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

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine Cooling - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Thermostat

Removal

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

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).

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

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

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

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

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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).

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