Water pump replacement, top radiator hose replacement as the hose is ballooned on the housing it fits onto due to a build up of crap…the hose could split and leak if left. best way i know how to bleed the air from the cooling system after refilling with new coolant.
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Simple DIY how to: changing the thermostat on a Ford Duratec HE engine. The car featured is a Ford Mondeo Mk3 (2000–2007) but the procedure is much the same for any car using the Duratec HE, e.g. the Focus Mk2. See also this video on flushing and renewing the coolant: https://youtu.be/loB5tDd4jow Update and redux video: […]
Simple DIY how to: Remove, clean, and replace the throttle body on a Ford Duratec HE or Mazda LF engine. Throttle bodies get dirty over time along with the rest of the insides of an intake manifold, and it’s good practice to service them by just cleaning from time to time. Dirty or clogged throttle […]
…or, the Swirl Flaps of Death! Early Duratec HE motors had problematic tumble flaps which tended to fail and dump pieces of their metal rod into the engine’s intake ports, leading to disaster. Later versions of the manifold improved the design but they still wear and fail, and any presence of port flaps is a […]
Removing and refitting a power steering pump, and flushing power steering fluid, on a Ford Duratec HE. This is Mondeo but the principle will apply generally. You will need: * Jack & axle stands * Socket set with ratchet & bar * Quality flare nut spanner for the 18 mm hex line union fitting * […]
How to get half way through replacing a water pump, fail, and take it to a mechanic. The pump on these engines is a Motorcraft PW584. Amazon link: https://amzn.to/2XLTdfC Or, for generic parts the Ford part # is 1142427 US: https://amzn.to/2ZCqbAS | UK: https://amzn.to/2W5qSAE You will need: * 10 mm 1/4″ socket * Replacement coolant […]
Removing & replacing the valve (rocker) cover, and replacing the gasket, on a Ford Duratec HE engine, aka Mazda LF & Volvo 2.0L. These engines vary in their installations but the cover and gaskets are the same fundamental design. You will need: * New gasket, Ford # 1220025 or Mazda LF02-10-230. Amazon links ~ US: […]
Simple how to: Replace the PCV valve, PCV hose, and oil/air separator on Ford Duratec and Mazda L / LF I4 engines. Positive crankcase ventilation components are often given insufficient maintenance attention. Valves can clog up and vacuum hoses often rupture or collapse. A split hose is a common cause of vacuum leaks on these […]
Simple DIY how to: Service or change the T-MAP (Temperature & Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor on a Ford Duratec HE or Mazda LF engine. Dirty or faulty MAP sensors can lead to rough idle and engine tune problems. They get dirty over time along with the rest of the insides of an intake manifold, and […]
Easy DIY guide: Renew the main upper engine mounts for a Ford Duratec. Featured is a Mondeo Mk3; the parts and process are similar for all Duratec installs such as in a Focus, same for Mazda MZRs, and indeed most engine mounts in any car. The RH (engine) side mount on the Duratec featured is […]
Here is a video that might help with install of the Steeda Cold Air Intake for a 2005, 2006 and 2007 Ford Focus. Even if you aren’t using this as a guide, it may still interest you on how to…
Here is a video that might help with install of the Steeda Cold Air Intake for a 2005, 2006 and 2007 Ford Focus. Even if you aren’t using this as a guide, it may still interest you on how to…
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Instructional video explaining how to install a new Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) linkage bushing on a Dual Over Head Cam Duratec V6 Engine. The vide…
Spark Plug Replacement MAZDA MPV 3.0L 2002~ DURATEC 5F31J.
Instructional video showing how to Inspect/replace the PCV valve and emission hose on a V6 Duratec engine. This is on a Generation 3 (Model years 1996-1999)F…
Replacing the Serpentine Belt on a (1996-2007) Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable with a Duratec V6 engine using a conventional breaker bar. A specailty tool calle…
OK, Finally tuned up the Taurus. As I stated in my earlier video, the car has run on the original wires, plugs, fuel filter, trans filter, etc up to 182000+…