This WIX Coolant Filtration Kit is a must - have for your 2003 - 2007 Ford F - Series with a 6.0L Powerstroke engine. It's a water coolant filter bypass system that adds years of life to your Ford F - 250, F - 350, and Excursion 6.0L diesel engine. By removing contaminants like casting sand and metal shavings from the manufacturing process, it extends the lifespan of your water pump, EGR cooler, and engine oil cooler. While the engine runs, this kit bypasses and filters small amounts of coolant. The filter head, made of CNC - machined billet 6061 aluminum with anodized construction, attaches to a supplied bracket that mounts to the factory holes in your truck's chassis. The filter boss has 2 threaded inlet ports and 1 outlet port. Part Number: SD - COOLFIL - 6.0 - W. Features include an aluminum filter block and silicone hose construction, CNC - machined product design, cleaner coolant for longer engine life. The kit comes with a WIX coolant filter, filter block, mounting bracket, and all necessary hardware for installation. The mounting bracket fits into factory holes, no drilling required. We recommend replacing the first filter at 500 miles, the second and third at 3,000 miles each. After 3 filter changes, replace once a year. The silicone hose fittings are pre - assembled for easy, leak - proof connections and are factory - tested at twice the recommended radiator cap pressure. Recommended tools are a 10mm deep socket and ratchet, 11/16 open - end wrench, large adjustable wrench, regular screwdriver, utility knife, and diagonal cutters.

Using this WIX Coolant Filtration Kit is easy. First, find the factory holes in your Ford truck's chassis and mount the supplied bracket there. Then, attach the CNC - machined filter head to the bracket. Connect the hoses to the 2 threaded inlet ports and 1 outlet port of the filter boss. Make sure the silicone hose fittings, which are pre - assembled, are properly connected. These fittings are designed to be leak - proof and have been factory - tested at high pressure. When it comes to filter replacement, change the first filter after driving 500 miles. Replace the second and third filters every 3,000 miles. After 3 filter changes, you only need to replace the filter once a year. To perform the installation and filter replacement, you'll need some basic tools like a 10mm deep socket and ratchet, 11/16 open - end wrench, large adjustable wrench, regular screwdriver, utility knife, and diagonal cutters. Keep these tools handy for easy maintenance. With this kit, you'll enjoy cleaner coolant, which means your engine will last longer.