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How much is a thermostat for a Ford F-150?

How much is a thermostat for a Ford F-150?

The average cost for a Ford F-150 thermostat replacement is between $178 and $200. Labor costs are estimated between $83 and $105 while parts are priced at $95.

Where is the thermostat on a Ford F-150?

This article applies to the Ford F-150 (2004-2014). The thermostat sits between the engine and the radiator of your Ford F-150. It is designed to block the flow of coolant to the radiator until the engine has warmed up.

What does a 1997 Ford Taurus thermostat do?

The great thing about a thermostat in a 1997 Ford Taurus is that when it fails, it fails safe. This means the thermostat fails in the open position, which allows radiator fluid to flow through the vehicle preventing the car from overheating. This helps to protect the car, but it doesn’t do much for keeping the driver warm in the winter.

How to test the thermostat in a Ford pick up?

In this article, I’ll show you how to test the thermostat in your Ford 4.6L or 5.4L pick up (van or SUV). As you might already be aware, a bad thermostat will cause one of two different conditions, either it will cause your Ford pick up (van or SUV) to overheat or cause the engine to never reach normal operating temperature.

Where is the radiator hose on a Ford Taurus?

Locate the upper radiator hose and trace it to the intake manifold that is located on the top of the engine on a Ford Taurus. The housing that the hose is connected to is the housing that has the thermostat inside of it. Remove the band clamp that connects the radiator hose to the thermostat housing with a Phillips screw driver.

This article applies to the Ford F-150 (2004-2014). The thermostat sits between the engine and the radiator of your Ford F-150. It is designed to block the flow of coolant to the radiator until the engine has warmed up.

In this article, I’ll show you how to test the thermostat in your Ford 4.6L or 5.4L pick up (van or SUV). As you might already be aware, a bad thermostat will cause one of two different conditions, either it will cause your Ford pick up (van or SUV) to overheat or cause the engine to never reach normal operating temperature.

How do you install a thermostat on a car?

Remove the radiator hose from the T-stat housing by loosening it with a screwdriver. Remove the bolts that hold the T-stat housing onto the intake manifold with a 7/16-inch wrench. Inspect the bolts for heavy corrosion or rounded heads. Replace the bolts if they look worn. Lift the thermostat off the intake manifold.

How do you replace the thermostat on a radiator?

Lift the old thermostat out of the intake manifold and replace it with a new one. The end with the pin protrudes from the intake manifold. Place the new thermostat gasket on the intake manifold and bolt the T-stat housing on top of the gasket. Reconnect the radiator hose to the T-stat housing and secure it with the band clamp.

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Ruth Doyle