Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Milan, 2009 Lincoln MKZ, and 2009 Ford Fusion. 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 .
- Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
- Disconnect the upper radiator-to-thermostat housing hose and position aside.
- Remove the 3 bolts, thermostat housing cover, O-ring seal and thermostat.
- Clean and inspect the O-ring seal. Install a new seal if necessary.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
NOTE:
Lubricate the thermostat O-ring seal with clean engine coolant.