Taurus V6-195 3.2L DOHC SHO (1994)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Drain cooling system below level of upper radiator hose.
2. Remove upper radiator hose, then three retaining bolts from thermostat housing.
3. Remove housing and thermostat as an assembly, discarding old gasket. Clean sealing surfaces with gasket scraper. Ensure not to damage aluminum
surfaces as leak may form.
INSTALLATION
1. Install thermostat into housing. Ensure jiggle valve's relation to housing.
2. Position gasket onto housing using bolts as holding device, then install housing assembly and retaining bolts.
3. Install upper radiator hose.
4. Fill cooling system with recommended amount and mixture of coolant. Bleed cooling system. Refer to Cooling System/Service and
Repair/Bleeding Procedure. See: Service and Repair
5. Start engine and inspect for leaks.