Ford 2C5Z-8592-EB
Thermostat Cover

The servicing process for the thermostat housing starts by placing the vehicle in NEUTRAL position on a hoist. The first step includes draining the cooling system followed by removing bolts with the oil filter drip shield while tightening them to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.) reinstalling them. After removing the coolant inlet connector bolts the person installing should tighten them to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.). The first step is to inspect the O-ring seal along with cleaning it before placing a new seal if replacement becomes necessary followed by removing the coolant inlet connector. Then remove the thermostat and remove the coolant hose from connection. You need to remove the thermostat housing bolts and housing before you install them back by tightening to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.). The service ends by filling and bleeding the cooling system after performing the reverse procedures.

Fill and bleed the cooling system to ensure proper operation.