Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The thermostat and thermostat housing are serviced as an assembly.

Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING - 2.3L .
Disconnect the coolant hose and the lower radiator hose.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Coolant Hose And Lower Radiator Hose
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the bolts and the thermostat housing.

Fig 2: Removing Thermostat Housing
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.