Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding .
- Remove the thermostat housing. For additional information, refer to Thermostat Housing - 3.0L (4V) .
- Remove the bypass tube-to-thermostat housing hose.
- Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the bolt, stud bolt and bypass tube.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Remove and inspect the O-ring seals, install new seals if necessary.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the O-ring seals with clean engine coolant.
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding .