Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
Thermostat Housing: Service and Repair
Thermostat Housing - 2.3L
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove the 3 bolts and reposition the thermostat housing to gain access to the hose clamps.
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Remove and discard the gasket.
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To install, tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Disconnect the heater hose from the thermostat housing.
5. Disconnect the lower radiator hose from the thermostat housing and remove the thermostat housing.
