Replacing coolant bypass valve to correct P26B7 fault in 2014 Ford Escape

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5 жыл бұрын

Our 2014 Ford Escape got the P26B7 Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) for a Coolant Bypass Valve failure.
I went with the OEM part from Ford for about $60
It didn't take long at all to replace this part.
Simply remove a few clips and the IAT wire from the intake tube to make room to remove the coolant hose and unscrew the two 8mm headed bolts.
Me sure to see the next video of the old part dissected to see why it failed.

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@jimlewisii1658 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video saved me over $200 and a 10 minute repair.

@jaradgarren2740 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help. I had to remove the bolts first in order to take off the hose clamp. The hose was difficult to remove from the old valve... I had to use a slot screwdriver to pry it off. Saved $$$$, thanks again!

@M3dunkman 15 күн бұрын

Check the coolant outlet it’s best to replace both at the same time

@FieldGuidetoDIY 3 жыл бұрын

What a GREAT video!!! The two camera shots were very helpful. Gonna have to tackle this today. Did you have to use Permatex on the o-ring? Thanks for posting!

@PistolSmokee 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thanks heaps

@gregorywillis8400 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome and efficient.

@HolmesFans2 3 жыл бұрын

When this part fails do you have any idea in what position it's failing in? I read that this is to cutoff coolant to the engine during cold temps. Seems like a driveability issue if these always fail in the closed positions. Or is it a straight 50/50 shot?

@HolmesFans2 3 жыл бұрын

How big of a pain might it be to get the two bolts off if I don't have the angled ratchet tool?

@schneiderjoachim1588 Жыл бұрын

I just drained the coolant. Then removed the part. Then did a coolant flush with the new part in

@coxdroneservices Жыл бұрын

Is there any issue with not draining the coolant and refilling while doing this repair? I've been reading that introducing air into the coolant system can put you at risk of overheating. Does the air go away on it's own? or how does that work? I'm getting ready to do this repair myself, but would like to avoid draining the system as well as potentially worse problems down the line if I don't drain it.

@hackfreehvac Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you can have an airlock in the upper area of an engine such as the cylinder head (highest point) and the water connections are all lower. If a little bit of air got in then it will burp out. Check and add water after it runs and cools. If you loose a lot of water then you may need to bleed the air. If you don't know how it may be something to leave to the shop given an overheat can turn into a warped head etc.

@Lucky8s 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. I was recently quoted $900 for repairing this part. Saw your video and really wanted to try to fix it myself. Do you mind putting a list of tools I should have for the repair?

@robotfactory205 4 жыл бұрын

Chanelock pliars, 1/4in socket with extension and one of those bendy adapters. That's really it! Oh, and maybe a drain pan to catch the coolant that you WILL leak all over the floor.

@nancyfeezell 4 жыл бұрын

Does anything need to be done with programming after installation?

@hackfreehvac 4 жыл бұрын

I cleared my codes but in reality you should be able to just install the part and drive it a few times until the check engine light goes off on it's own once the issue does not reoccur for a few drive cycles.

@nancyfeezell 4 жыл бұрын

hackfreehvac thank you

@RedArwBus 5 жыл бұрын

Make sure you get the Ford orange antifreeze to fill/top it off

@nelsonzelaya141 5 жыл бұрын

hey. 3 months ago i replaced the same the coolant by pass solenoid and now the check engine light came on again with the same code trouble. what you think it could be the problem? if the part it's new and its still failing.

@hackfreehvac 4 жыл бұрын

Internet purchased part?

@nelsonzelaya141 4 жыл бұрын

@@hackfreehvac no. i bought it on o'reilly, i think that parts like these should be better to buy'em from the Dealer because the parts from o'relly or autozone aren't originals and that's what it makes it more complicated in getting the right part.

@Drewski914 3 жыл бұрын

@@nelsonzelaya141 ever get that figured out?

@bethmarie5220 3 жыл бұрын

I replaced this same thing last summer and the check engine light is on again.. I figured imma just order the motor craft part from now on since it seems like Ford wants to screw you over with off brand parts from autozone or advanced auto parts

@mc.8995 3 жыл бұрын

@@bethmarie5220 from what I was seeing when changing mine, the valve was stuck open from a piece of trash from the fluid running through it. If this failure repeats itself, then a good flush of the engine block should take care of that.

@pokitisme756 5 жыл бұрын

what program are you using to rad the codes.

@hackfreehvac 4 жыл бұрын

That was FORscan. It's basically free too.

@hackfreehvac 4 жыл бұрын

You'll need a OBD II to USB interface. I got mine for like $30 on Amazon.

@VeloJonny Жыл бұрын

Hi, I just watched your video and was able to change my solenoid out quick and easy. Super easy….BUT now my wife saints her heater isn’t blowing warm. Any ideas or has anyone experienced this?

@hackfreehvac Жыл бұрын

Well, if the water is low it won't have water to pump into the heater core so hopefully it isn't that! LOL Maybe something is unplugged? It has now been a few years since I did the repair so I don't recall too much about the layout.