What coolant does the decal specify for this Ford engine?

Ford coolant E2FZ-19549-A (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent meeting Ford coolant Spec #ESE-M97B44-A, mixed 50/50 with water.

How often should the coolant level be checked?

Check the coolant recovery reservoir at least once a month; the level must remain between the "Full Cold" and "Full Hot" marks.

Can plain water be used in the cooling system?

Only in an emergency. The decal warns that less than 30% coolant concentration may cause engine corrosion and overheating, and says to replace plain water with the specified coolant as quickly as possible.

Is it safe to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot?

No. The decal says do not remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot and to see the Owner's Guide for safe removal instructions.

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Ford Coolant Service Caution Decal E7ZE-8B009-BA - 1991 LTD Crown Victoria

Underhood coolant service instructions caution label in English and French

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Underhood caution label giving coolant service instructions in English and French (Mise en Garde).

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This photograph shows a factory bilingual (English/French) coolant service caution decal affixed to the radiator core support of a Ford vehicle, uploaded to a 1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria gallery. The English side, headed "CAUTION – COOLANT SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS," warns not to remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot, instructs the owner to check the coolant recovery reservoir monthly and keep the level between the "Full Cold" and "Full Hot" marks, specifies Ford coolant E2FZ-19549-A (Motorcraft CXC-8-B in Canada) or equivalent meeting Ford spec ESE-M97B44-A in a 50/50 mix with water, and notes that less than 30% coolant concentration can cause corrosion and overheating (plain water only in an emergency). It refers to the Owner's Guide for drain, flush and refill procedures. The right side, "MISE EN GARDE – ENTRETIEN DU CIRCUIT DE REFROIDISSEMENT," repeats the same instructions in French, though part of it is obscured by grime. The decal part number is E7ZE-8B009-BA. A partially visible second Ford label with part number ending -6B315-CA appears at the top of the photo. Readers learn the OEM-specified coolant type, mixture ratio, level-check interval, and cap-removal safety warning.

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Frequently asked questions

What coolant does the decal specify for this Ford engine?: Ford coolant E2FZ-19549-A (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or an equivalent meeting Ford coolant Spec #ESE-M97B44-A, mixed 50/50 with water.
How often should the coolant level be checked?: Check the coolant recovery reservoir at least once a month; the level must remain between the "Full Cold" and "Full Hot" marks.
Can plain water be used in the cooling system?: Only in an emergency. The decal warns that less than 30% coolant concentration may cause engine corrosion and overheating, and says to replace plain water with the specified coolant as quickly as possible.
Is it safe to remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot?: No. The decal says do not remove the radiator cap while the engine is hot and to see the Owner's Guide for safe removal instructions.
What is the part number of this coolant caution label?: E7ZE-8B009-BA.