Ford Explorer: Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Thermostat

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Drain the cooling system.
   Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), General Procedures).
   

1. Remove the intake manifold.
   Refer to: Intake Manifold (303-01A) .
   

1. Remove the bolts and position the coolant hose aside.
   Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)

1. NOTE: During installation verify the thermostat vent hole is at the 11 o'clock position

   Remove the thermostat. Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
   

Installation

1. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine coolant.
   Refer to: Specifications (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Specifications).
   

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Fill and bleed the cooling system.
   Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), General Procedures).