OEM 2001 Ford Escort Thermostat

2001 Ford Escort Thermostat Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service the thermostat on 2001 Ford Escort?

  A: Service of the thermostat begins with disconnecting the battery ground cable while removing the air cleaner outlet tube. Before maintenance of the water thermostat begin by draining engine coolant to reach a level that is underneath the water thermostat and then disconnect all connections for the water temperature indicator sender unit along with the engine coolant temperature sensor electrical connectors. To access the water thermostat one must first remove the upper radiator hose and heater coolant hose from the housing of the water thermostat. Disassemble the water thermostat housing by removing its bolts before proceeding to eliminate the water thermostat housing and water thermostat itself. Use new components while following two installation steps wherein you should eliminate all old gasket residue from surfaces and verify that the water thermostat tabs fit properly into the housing slots. First complete installation of the thermostat by reversing removal steps before filling the cooling system. Begin engine operation to inspect all connections and hose assemblies for leakage before the water thermostat allows the engine to reach operating temperature. End the engine operation before checking and filling the coolant recovery reservoir to maintain proper cold fill level.