Ford 6.7 Powerstroke Coolant Drain & Refill Primary & Secondary System How-To

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  • Опубликовано: 5 ноя 2024

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  • @garrett580
    @garrett580 4 месяца назад +12

    Been looking into this job on my 6.7 and I have to say your video is by far the best I’ve seen. The fact that you go the extra mile and take out your wheel well for the viewer to get a better view and you tackle the block drain plug just to see if it’s worth it, really shows that you care about you viewers, you’ve got another subscriber. Thanks for the awesome vid man.

  • @calebcochran5133
    @calebcochran5133 Год назад +11

    You made me really happy when you said it’s not worth doing the second plug by the block heater😂

  • @tmyers1492
    @tmyers1492 8 месяцев назад +1

    You are the man. If you don't have the tool you make the tool. I'm not going in debt buying tools. I find myself modifying my tools all the time to fit a job that only has to be done once

  • @jorrick66
    @jorrick66 2 года назад +4

    I used to do that one for one when pouring water and coolant, then a buddy fixed my ocd brain. Told me a 50/50 mix is 2 gallons and 2 gallons no matter what sequence you pour them. Glad to see I’m not the only one that does it that way!

  • @dar7771
    @dar7771 2 года назад +13

    Very nice job! I have a 2016. Haven’t done coolant yet. You taking the time doing this video in such detail will definitely save me some time. Thanks. 🤝

  • @618GOLDENRATIO
    @618GOLDENRATIO 2 года назад +5

    Thanks for the video very helpful, Completed mine 10/14/22, When draining after the coolant stopped flowing on it's own I used a blow gun to pressurize the fill tanks and was able to get maybe another 1.5 gallons out without removing the block plug or heater. All and all I was able to get out 7.7 gallons or 30.8 quarts of the 32 QT capacity. I refilled without the vacuum device, warmed it up and drove it a short distance adding coolant as required. Now I will monitor it for a week to ensure more air has not come out requiring additional coolant.🤩

  • @cassi3216
    @cassi3216 Год назад +2

    just started as a diesel truck mechanic apprentice and this helped me understand so much. thank you

  • @silverpantsblue.1780
    @silverpantsblue.1780 2 месяца назад +1

    thanks for the vid. that vacuum tool was worth the price of admission. Bought one for the garage for less than the cost of the dealership to do this work for me.

  • @reytech1786
    @reytech1786 2 года назад +6

    Finally a perfect video that shows how to do a proper coolant flush, I seen other videos,and they are absolutely garbage. Yours is perfect brother, thank you. I’m a subscriber now,

  • @joshuawhite5979
    @joshuawhite5979 2 года назад +3

    Good video. Very detailed and clean job. I did my 2016 6 months ago and I went the flush route. I drained coolant, pulled thermostat (was replacing with low temp) refilled with distilled and let run for awhile and then drained water, replaced new thermostat and refilled with fresh coolant.

  • @aldenpierce5594
    @aldenpierce5594 5 месяцев назад +1

    I add to the previous accolades. Most informative video I have viewed. This is worth recommending to my fellow powerstroke owners. I will be looking forward future videos. Thanks for the good job.

  • @ACEZRWILD1
    @ACEZRWILD1 Год назад +2

    good job bro. you were very detailed step for step. others wouldn't know about draining the oil cooler. only thing i don't do is that extra fanciness of using the vacuum system.

  • @terrydtdi
    @terrydtdi Год назад +3

    Wow very nice and thorough video on the coolant flush and refill! Thank you brother!

  • @mc-nk3zu
    @mc-nk3zu Год назад +1

    Hard times make strong men. Thanks for the video. About to flush my 2012. Just did CCV filter. Saved alot of money there.

  • @jw3363
    @jw3363 2 года назад +2

    Very informative, my 2011 states 29 quarts initial factory fill. Have done this once and am ready to do again. The vacuum system will save you from adding a gallon the next day.

  • @EverettWilkinson-q8e
    @EverettWilkinson-q8e Год назад +1

    Be sure and read the capacity and specifications section in your owners manual. A coolant additive is also required. My 2017 calls for Motorcraft Coolant additive VC-12 for Orange Engine Coolant Revitalizer although that may have changed if the Yellow coolant is the new and proper coolant. Good video, learned a lot.

  • @rfarjardo
    @rfarjardo 2 года назад +2

    I have a 2016. I'll be doing the same on. Thanks for the detailed lesson bro!

  • @corralgang
    @corralgang 2 года назад +2

    Very thorough video, thanks 🙏
    Looking forward to seeing more, like trans & diff fluids. As well as any codes that come up from BCM or PCM.
    Thanks again 👍🏼

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      Thanks for positive feedback. I do have a trans fluid and filter video on this truck you can check out also a transfer case fluid change.

  • @PabloAleman-e5g
    @PabloAleman-e5g 10 месяцев назад +1

    Amazing tutorial I’m a first time diesel owner and want to get in the habit of working on my own truck a 2015 ford f-250 6.7 you’re the best man made everything look so simple. 1 question for the vacuum pump it’s not really necessary right? Just to check for potential leaks???? Ty again

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  10 месяцев назад

      Although it’s not necessary it is recommended by ford because it gets all the air out of the cooling system. When air gets trapped in the cooling system it causes cavitation which starts to breakdown the aluminum on the front cover where the way pump goes in.

  • @bob_frazier
    @bob_frazier 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for a nice clear video! I'm going to pass on trying to drain the block or using the vacuum system though.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +1

      Yeah i wouldn’t recommend it because there’s really not that much that comes out.

  • @felixtorres1895
    @felixtorres1895 Год назад +2

    Very thorough. Very good video. Thank you for taking the time.

  • @billbenn401
    @billbenn401 11 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent video. Seems to be pretty complicated compared to the older vehicles systems. I had a 2001 7.3 powerstroke that was way easier. Once again manufactuers just want you to bring it in to their service department for a high dollar fluid change.

  • @wtfd95
    @wtfd95 2 года назад +1

    Question, I have a 2019 same Ford pickup with the engine block heater. Do I really need to drain the heater connection too?
    It seems a lot to get to it. Thanks for the video, great job! God Bless, and be safe. 👌🇺🇸

  • @jasonreed3524
    @jasonreed3524 Год назад +1

    Thanks for all the extra effort and hard work.

  • @AzRocket001
    @AzRocket001 2 года назад +2

    Of the 7.5 gallons that drained, how much do you think came out at the block heater/lower drain. Im wondering if it is worth the hassle, rather than doing a drain/fill (both systems and the pil cooler line), driving a month or so, and doing a 2nd drain/fill and call it good.
    It is a great video with what seems like a lot of work, and the system still had old coolant in it (presumably from EGR cooler).

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +2

      After pulling the block drain plug and heater I’d say only about 2-3 quarts is all that came out so I’d say not really worth it. Originally I was hoping more would have came out but oh well. I think you’d be fine doing it the way you described and yes there was still a little left in the egr cooler that you can’t get out.

  • @DoubleTap1115
    @DoubleTap1115 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the video. I see you had the orange wrench on the dash as well. Did that go away after driving it? Thank you

  • @MrJohn013
    @MrJohn013 2 месяца назад +1

    First and foremost, great video. I just wanted to let you know that you showed all the locations required to drain the radiator fluid. Very detailed and straightforward. We could use more videos like yours. My main issue is, how in the @#$% did you turn that secondary petcock so quickly? Who are you? Thor? It took me a couple of hours to get that little thing to cooperate. Seriously, though, fantastic video. Thank you very much for your commitment to detail.

  • @JavierGonzalezJr
    @JavierGonzalezJr Год назад +1

    Great video!! I going to do this on a f350 2017 and just had a couple questions. You know any advise that can give you an edge on the track is great. Where can I email?

  • @robertclymer6948
    @robertclymer6948 4 месяца назад +1

    Very Impressive! This man has the patience of a Saint and so calm like taking a stroll in the park. Damn!!!! I want that! lol I was waiting and wondering if and when you were going to cut that Allen Key head down, and you did!! Bravo. Ford Engineers be like: Gonna make sure you use every tool in your toolbox and fab some to work too. lol Thanks for sharing BCG, enjoyed it and learned a lot. Cheers from Motown/Dearborn.

  • @nombr
    @nombr 8 месяцев назад +1

    Another good video man!
    Can a guy mix the concentrate and then followed by distilled water gallon by gallon by just pouring into the over flow?
    Also, around your transmission mine seems to have the same leak/weep. Do you know what’s causing yours

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  8 месяцев назад +1

      You can do it that way for the first few gallons because it will all mix in eventually. Just be careful when it starts to get full then you’ll want to premix the rest so you get an equal mixture. As far as the leak this is a buddy of mines truck and haven’t looked into the leak yet.

  • @bob_frazier
    @bob_frazier 2 года назад +10

    I think I'll drain both radiators, refill both with distilled, run it, and then drain that and refill a second time with the 50/50. My new to me 2012 has never been drained, but it only has 25k on it.

    • @beardedscrapper538
      @beardedscrapper538 Год назад +1

      This is the route I plan on going. How many gallons or quarts of distilled did u use and how long did u run it?

  • @MOLOKAIBO1
    @MOLOKAIBO1 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the video boss. Going to be doing this next week, excellent step by step video

  • @reggieholland1576
    @reggieholland1576 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for the video very helpful. I’ll be ordering the refill tool from Amazon. Also..I see that Amazon sells the Ford coolant for $28 but I was able to get it at my local Ford dealership for $20 if anyone is interested in saving $40 or more.

  • @unaffiliated_x9279
    @unaffiliated_x9279 2 года назад +2

    Just an awesome video explaining the process. Thanks bud!

  • @adamtaylor5590
    @adamtaylor5590 Год назад +1

    Another job well done it’s great that you are not afraid of doing the extra steps to do it right! That vacuum setup is the way to go if your in a position to get one of those rigs 👍🏻

  • @ivantinoco2643
    @ivantinoco2643 Год назад +1

    You have a matco tool box!!! That is soo badass

  • @Gman-qm6bv
    @Gman-qm6bv 2 года назад +2

    Great video and thank you! DO you think about 4 jugs of coolant for the left, primary side and maybe 2 jugs of coolant for the right, secondary side?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +2

      Thanks. I actually over bought because I wasn’t sure how much would come out. So to do both primary and secondary you’ll be safe buying 5 gallons of concentrated coolant and mixing it with 5 gallons of distilled water. It’s always better to have more than not enough.

    • @Gman-qm6bv
      @Gman-qm6bv 2 года назад +2

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Thank you again!

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +1

      @@Gman-qm6bv your welcome glad I could help.

  • @levidavis9958
    @levidavis9958 Год назад +1

    When you added coolant did you have to rehook the air thing up or just poured straight in?

  • @21psd
    @21psd Год назад +1

    This was a great, detailed video. Thanks for taking the time to put this out there for us! Where is a good place to get rid of the old coolant? I know auto parts stores will accept old oil, but I don't think they recycle coolant there.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  Год назад +1

      Thank you. My local landfill takes it at the recycle and hazmat center. May give your local landfill a call and see if they know.

    • @21psd
      @21psd Год назад +1

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE will do, thanks for the quick reply!

  • @beardedscrapper538
    @beardedscrapper538 Год назад +1

    Great video. Im about to do this on my neighbors 2016 6.7.

  • @wtfd95
    @wtfd95 2 года назад +1

    What’s the name of that vacuum tool system you purchased and the place you bought it please? Looks great to do the “right tool” for the job. Thanks! 🇺🇸

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +1

      amzn.to/3LplAua that’s the link to it on Amazon works great.

  • @largoranch1995
    @largoranch1995 Год назад +1

    Great job. I appreciate the information, it save me some time. Thanks.

  • @KetoJames
    @KetoJames 3 месяца назад

    Is the addictive already mixed with the ford coolant?

  • @heathbarney7818
    @heathbarney7818 4 месяца назад

    What was the Check Engine Wrench that was on the dash when you started the truck?

  • @albertotorresjr2013
    @albertotorresjr2013 2 месяца назад +1

    Any issues if mixed green with orange antifreeze/coolant?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 месяца назад +1

      Ford confirmed this won’t cause any issues when mixing green and orange. Not sure why ford has to keep switching it up all the time.

  • @rangervapes571
    @rangervapes571 2 года назад +10

    For the secondary coolant drain I just disconnect the hose leading to the trans cooler, much easier to get to

    • @floridaguardian8264
      @floridaguardian8264 2 месяца назад

      Do I need to do both? I had my EGR delete iat 15,000 miles. My coolant looks good I’m thinking of just doing the primary

    • @rangervapes571
      @rangervapes571 2 месяца назад

      @@floridaguardian8264 I replace coolant every 60,000 miles. No flush just drain and new coolant

  • @wtfd95
    @wtfd95 2 года назад +1

    Watched this video the other day and was very impressed! Thanks for the tips. Going to do my 2019 350 and thanks for sending the link to the pressure kit and received it yesterday. My question for you is there was no instructions as to how the process goes? Did yours come with instructions, if not, where could I find it please?
    Thanks again!🇺🇸👌

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      Instructions on how to use the pressure kit?

    • @wtfd95
      @wtfd95 2 года назад +1

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Yes, please? There was nothing in the box. Think I might just play your instructions off your video and stop and start as needed. Great timing as you go along.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +2

      @@wtfd95 yeah mine didn’t come with instructions but if you follow the way I did it in the video you shouldn’t have any problems. If you do just let me know.

    • @wtfd95
      @wtfd95 2 года назад +2

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE you’re the best! Thanks!

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +1

      @@wtfd95 no problem I appreciate the positive feedback.

  • @MrBillabongsurfer
    @MrBillabongsurfer 2 года назад +1

    What size air compressor did you use and do you think a 6 gallon compressor would get the job done?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      Mine is a 33 gallon but you should have no problem using a 6 gallon.

  • @danielhendrickson7745
    @danielhendrickson7745 Год назад +1

    Great detailed Video! Much thanks!

  • @nombr
    @nombr 8 месяцев назад +1

    I ended up taking the entire drain plug out and having issues screwing it back in, any tips?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  8 месяцев назад

      Were you able to get it back in. I believe the plug kind of snaps back in.

    • @nombr
      @nombr 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE yea, I ended up in bolting the bumper bracket. When I got my entire hand in there I was able to get to plug in straight and twist.

  • @floridaguardian8264
    @floridaguardian8264 2 месяца назад

    Is the driver side drain the primary

  • @powerstroke6.7
    @powerstroke6.7 Месяц назад

    How big of a compressor did you use?

  • @chadh6899
    @chadh6899 2 года назад +2

    Great video and very well presented. Just subscribed. Looking to do this on my 2020 real soon and may just order that device you used. At what mileage intervals do you plan to do this? Thanks.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      Thanks for subscribing and the support. Ford recommends the first coolant change at 60,000 miles and then every 45,000 miles after that or every 3 years. The oem tools vacuum coolant filler I used is well worth the investment especially if your going to be doing this every 3 years.

    • @chadh6899
      @chadh6899 2 года назад +1

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE Thanks for the info. I am at 50k miles on my 2020 and will be doing the drain/fill soon. I have everything but that tool which I just ordered. I agree it should worth the investment.

    • @chadh6899
      @chadh6899 2 года назад +1

      Hey man. Drained and filled both systems today and used that vacuum tool you recommended. It worked great and glad I bought it. Will be handy to change this about every 30-40k miles. Thanks again for the video.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      @@chadh6899 your welcome glad to hear it helped you out.

  • @dashcam3098
    @dashcam3098 Год назад +1

    At what psi setting were you using your air compressor to create the vaccum.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  Год назад

      Right around 100psi is what I had my compressor set at. The instructions says it can be anywhere from 71-110 psi.

  • @CarlosGarcia-qm4bb
    @CarlosGarcia-qm4bb 2 года назад +2

    If I do not have the airvac refill system what would be the old fashion to refill ???

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +4

      Just mixing the coolant in jugs with distilled water and pouring directly into the reservoir and squeezing the upper radiator hose from time to time getting all the air pockets out.

    • @CarlosGarcia-qm4bb
      @CarlosGarcia-qm4bb 2 года назад +2

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE thank you

  • @MOS09W1
    @MOS09W1 12 дней назад

    Excellent video!

  • @thefartdart
    @thefartdart 2 года назад +1

    I just drain and fill both radiators every 30,000 miles My truck was a late build 2019 and came with the new 100,000 coolant .

  • @dashcam3098
    @dashcam3098 2 года назад +1

    VERY GOOD JOB AND DESCRIPTION !

  • @pwayne6923
    @pwayne6923 2 года назад +1

    If not using the vacuum tool how would you get all the air out of the coolant system?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад +1

      Just by squeezing the upper radiator hose while filling and overtime it should work it’s way out. Just need to keep checking the level in the morning for a couple days after it cools. Ford recommends the vacuum tool because if air does get trapped in the system it can cause cavitation which was a known problem on the 6.4 powerstroke.

  • @michaelrausch6950
    @michaelrausch6950 2 года назад +1

    Nice video. Did you use the test strips and additive (recharge) at all in between drain and fill procedures? Thanks for taking the time to make the video for all of us.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  2 года назад

      Thanks for the positive comments. I’m not sure on the test strips or Vic-12 additive. This was my buddy’s truck all I know is he had the cooling system flushed awhile back and now he’s at 88k miles or so.

  • @CopperGoose98
    @CopperGoose98 Год назад +1

    bro is a legend

  • @brianloerzel1936
    @brianloerzel1936 Месяц назад

    What about the coolant additive?

  • @toddgutirez3197
    @toddgutirez3197 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great video! Thank you

  • @wtfd95
    @wtfd95 Год назад +1

    Did mine exactly as you showed on my 2019 F350 SD 6.7 diesel. You showed how easy it was, thanks.
    Question? I overfilled my primary a little and wondered if it is a problem? Should I drain off a little and refill accordingly? Thanks for great videos! 👌🇺🇸

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  Год назад +1

      If it’s just a little bit it won’t hurt anything you could also just use a turkey baster or a fluid extractor to pull out what you need a lot easier and less mess then getting on the ground and opening the drain valve again.

  • @WaterFlyer
    @WaterFlyer 2 года назад +2

    Great video!

  • @betterthanideserve76
    @betterthanideserve76 7 месяцев назад +1

    No need to mess with the heater block plug. Just undo the hose on the oil cooler down by the oil drain pan.its the lowest point you can drain coolant.

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  7 месяцев назад

      Yeah I figured I’d try it but it was a total waste of time.

    • @betterthanideserve76
      @betterthanideserve76 7 месяцев назад

      @@BLUECOLLARGARAGE I found this tip on PTT's channel. Also if you want to save 8-10 bucks a gallon try this. I dont know how to upload from my drive to show everyone but just look it up. Motorcraft doesn't make coolant. Zerex was their supplier for the gold and orange and Zerex is owned by Valvoline. Now Prestone is their supplier for the yellow. Look up the SDS sheet on Motorcraft Yellow then look up Prestone amam with and without Corguard. All 3 have 2eha, percents vary but by only less than 1%. Also a good friend of mine delivers Motorcraft coolant to Motorcraft distributors from the Prestone plant. All Motorcraft is rebranded. Like their hub assembly. I work for SKF, we make all seals, bearings and hub assemblies for all manufacturers, we have a repack/labeling division that places each manufacturers stamp on our products then places these products in their supplied box. It's all rebranding. But diehard Ford fanatics will try to prove me wrong and they cant. There is no such thing as Motorcraft oil or filters, they do not make them. Now as for the additive pack for wants you to use, it's only for extended drain intervals. Who goes 300k before changing coolant? Drain and fill every 2-3 years and you will be fine. I'd never done a flush of anything

  • @adamfalkiewicz4491
    @adamfalkiewicz4491 3 месяца назад +1

    I see my coolant temp rise above oil temp on initial start. Is that normal?

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  3 месяца назад

      Totally normal coolant temp always rises before oil temp with first start up.

  • @josemedina2700
    @josemedina2700 Год назад +1

    What rims and tires do you have on your truck

    • @BLUECOLLARGARAGE
      @BLUECOLLARGARAGE  Год назад +2

      Fuel Maverick D538 and Toyo open country at3 tires.

  • @TheOdiesel
    @TheOdiesel 2 года назад +2

    Awesome sir! Like a certified teacher!!

  • @thefartdart
    @thefartdart 2 года назад +1

    Great video

  • @waynemiller9388
    @waynemiller9388 Год назад +1

    Isn't ur secondary tank for coolant refresh

  • @MrYellowjacket212
    @MrYellowjacket212 Год назад +1

    Great video man

  • @glennlacewell5766
    @glennlacewell5766 2 месяца назад

    After all the cost of changing the coolant , why not spend 20 dollars more and replace the two radiator caps? That is a major weak spot in the system. good video though.

  • @968porsche9
    @968porsche9 7 месяцев назад +2

    shop vac works.

    • @06200XCW
      @06200XCW 2 дня назад

      How does that work!?

    • @968porsche9
      @968porsche9 2 дня назад

      ​@@06200XCWI can't remember what that comment was pertaining to! I know that when I installed the block heater, I put a vacuum on the tank to minimize fluid loss...just make sure you don't put it so it's completely sealed. It'll suck the coolant into the vacuum. Ask me how I know!!

  • @jamesw1540
    @jamesw1540 Год назад

    Literally 16 adds popped up! Wtf RUclips

  • @Eli-lx2fq
    @Eli-lx2fq 9 месяцев назад

    Why this junky ass ford trucks use so much coolant?🤮

  • @huronhockey8
    @huronhockey8 Год назад +1

    Great video!