Ford Fusion: Engine Cooling - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4 / Block Heater. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 1.5L EcoBoost (118kW/160PS) – I4, General Procedures).
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NOTICE:
Make sure the block heater wiring is routed and secured away from rotating or hot components.
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Disconnect the block heater electrical connector.
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Remove the nut and the block heater.
Torque:
35 lb.in (4 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Cooling System FlushVC-1
ESR-M14P7-A
Flushing
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
303-1556Locking Tool, Timing BeltTKIT-2010B-FLMTKIT-2010B-ROW
303-748Locking Tool, CrankshaftTKIT-2010B-FLMTKIT-2010B-ROW
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
4 mm Drill Bit
Removal
NOTE:
The original coolant pump may not be equipped with a clutch and wiring harness connector...
Other information:
Date: October 19, 2025
With new vehicle production still facing supply-chain bottlenecks and chip shortages, used-car demand remains high — and the Ford Fusion has seen its value rise accordingly. While the model ended production some years ago, increased interest in well-maintained sedans has pushed resale prices upward and spurred renewed attention on older Fusion units...
Removal
NOTICE:
Use care to not crease the headliner during removal and installation or damage to the headliner can occur.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure in this
section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information...