How to Replace the Coolant in a Mondeo?
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Before completely replacing the coolant in a Mondeo, conduct a thorough inspection to check for any signs of leakage or cracks in the pipes, with particular attention to the five-way hose. The five-way hose gets its name from having five connections to various parts, as the coolant flows through it to be distributed to different sections of the car. If there is any coolant leakage in this part, replace the hose or resecure the connections as needed. Drain the old coolant and then flush the liquid channels with clean water. Add clean water to the coolant reservoir and continue filling it so that water continuously flows through the engine cooling system. Then, start the engine and let it idle for 3 to 5 minutes to circulate the water. Initially, the water draining from the reservoir may appear slightly pinkish. Keep adding clean water until clear water flows out. Remember to remove the heater hose to drain all water from the heater core. After draining for about an hour, add the new coolant through the radiator hose, which allows the coolant to flow quickly into the radiator. Then, add another container of coolant to the reservoir until it is nearly full. Start the engine and let it run for about 10 minutes. During this time, the coolant level will drop as air is purged from the system. Top up the coolant to the "MAXT" mark on the reservoir.
