OEM 2000 Lincoln Continental Thermostat

2000 Lincoln Continental Thermostat Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the thermostat on 2000 Lincoln Continental?

  A: Service and repair of the thermostat begins with waiting until the engine cools down before removing the pressure relief cap to avoid hot coolant or steam burns and using a thick cloth to release pressure while backing up from the cap. Place the vehicle on a hoist to begin while draining part of the engine cooling system fluid. You should first move the hose clamp to the side before disconnecting the lower radiator hose from its water inlet connection point and afterwards disconnecting the hose from this location. Start by removing the two bolts which fasten the inlet connection and proceed to remove the inlet connection from its location. Begin by eliminating the O-ring seal along with the water thermostat while checking the O-ring condition before installing a fresh replacement when needed. The installation process should begin by following the steps in reverse order of removal.