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Removal & Installation: Thermostat: Installation

  1. Install the water thermostat, gaskets, water thermostat housing (if removed) and water inlet connection as illustrated.
  2. Install and alternately tighten the retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 10-14 N-m (89-124 lb-in).
  3. Connect the upper radiator hose to the water hose connection.
  4. Fill the cooling system with Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or -B (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or equivalent that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A in a 50/50 mixture with water.
  5. Start the engine and check all hoses and connections for leaks. Allow the engine to warm up so that the water thermostat opens.
  6. Stop the engine. Top off radiator coolant recovery reservoir (8A080) as required to maintain minimum cold fill level.
    Fig 1: Locating Thermostat
    G00490084Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    COMPONENTS

    Item Part Number Description
    1 9424 Intake Manifold (Lower)
    2 6N789 Oil Cooler Return Tube Gasket
    3 8575 Water Thermostat
    4 8592 Water Hose Connection
    5 - Bolt (3 Req'd)
    A - Tighten to 10-14 N-m (89-124 Lb-In)
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