Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Thermostat - 4.6L(4V)
Material
Item | Specification |
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) (yellow color) | WSS-M97B51- A1 |
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section.
3. Remove the thermostat housing bolts.
4. Remove the coolant thermostat.
1. Separate the thermostat housing.
2. Remove the coolant thermostat and the O-ring seal.
- Inspect the O-ring seal. Install a new seal, if necessary.
5. NOTE: The thermostat is indexed and must be returned to the original location.
NOTE: Make sure the new O-ring seal is secure around the thermostat.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section.
Thermostat - 4.6L(2V)
Material Item Specification Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) (yellow color) WSS-M97B51- A1 Removal and Installation 1. Drain the engine coola ...Bypass Tube - 3.8L
Material Item Specification Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B) (yellow color) WSS-M97B51- A1 Removal and Installation 1. Drain the engine coola ...Other materials:
Temporary mobility kit
Note: The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is
to
be used for one tire only. See your Ford authorized dealer for additional
replacement sealant canisters.
The kit is located in the spare tire well in the trunk. The kit consists of
an ai ...
Battery Cables
Removal
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come
near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always shield your face an ...
Camshaft Lobe Lift
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or
equivalent
1. Use a Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture to measure camshaft
intake/exhaust lobe lift.
Rotate the camshaft and subtract the lowest ...