How to service and repair the thermostat on Mercury Cougar?

The first step before servicing the thermostat requires draining all coolant from the system. Drain the cooling system fluid first then continue by disconnecting the thermostat hoses followed by removing the cover which requires removal of the three bolts before slipping off the piece. You should remove the thermostat before discarding the O-ring seal. The installation process can be achieved by following the removal steps in reverse order while replacing the O-ring seal at the same time before filling the cooling system.

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Engine Coolant Thermostat

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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: 7L3Z-8575-E
$20.68 MSRP: $32.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat; Thermostat, Coolant
- Replaces: 7L3Z-8575-D, 7L3Z-8575-B, AL3Z-8575-B, RT-1196, RT-1230, 3L3Z-8575-AA, 3L3Z-8575-AC, 7L3Z-8575-C, AL3Z-8575-A, RT-1204, RT-1234, RT-1178, RT-1229, RT-1165
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1997 Mercury Cougar | XR-7 | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: YF1Z-8575-BA
$9.69 MSRP: $15.38
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: F58Z-8575-A, F5DZ-8575-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1995 Mercury Cougar | LS, XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: F8RZ-8575-CA
$13.28 MSRP: $21.09
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: F5RZ-8575-A, F8RZ-8575-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: XR3Z-8575-BA
$7.31 MSRP: $11.31
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- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Manufacturer Note: Thermostat 192 #XR3E 8597-BA
- Replaces: F88Z-8575-AA, E8TZ-8575-A, XL2Z-8575-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Mercury Cougar | LS, XR-7 | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: F8RZ-8575-BA
$4.92 MSRP: $6.98
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | Base, S, V6 | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mercury Cougar Thermostat Part Number: KU2Z-8575-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Thermostat Assembly; Engine Coolant Thermostat
- Replaces: F6DZ-8575-AA, F6ZZ-8575-A, F8DZ-8575-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar | XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS

Mercury Cougar Thermostat

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The Thermostat is an important factor of Mercury Cougar automobiles which is fixed in near to Radiator. Its primary purpose is to prevent the overheating of the engine since it plays an important role in the running of the car. A thermostat can therefore be described as a closed- loop control gear that monitors and regulates the amount of heat transfer fluids, by setting a temperature limit or a master temperature. Considering the automotive industry, it is probable that Mercury Cougar cars employ mechanical types of the product, like bimetallic strips, or wax pellets. These thermostats have progressed over the years from being basic to enhanced versions for better yield such as pneumatic thermostats and digital touch screens are formed in the thermostats.

Mercury Cougar Thermostat Parts and Q&A

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F8RZ-8575-BA
Q: How to service and repair the thermostat on Mercury Cougar?
A:
The first step before servicing the thermostat requires draining all coolant from the system. Drain the cooling system fluid first then continue by disconnecting the thermostat hoses followed by removing the cover which requires removal of the three bolts before slipping off the piece. You should remove the thermostat before discarding the O-ring seal. The installation process can be achieved by following the removal steps in reverse order while replacing the O-ring seal at the same time before filling the cooling system.