thermostat

1997 FORD EXPLORER
V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SPADE460
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why wont my 97 ford explorer start after replacing the thermostat
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:37 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Can't think of a reason. Was upper intake removed?
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:44 AM
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SPADE460
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it started right up but when i shut it off it wouldnt start back up
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:52 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Any thing other than thermostat housing removed?
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:53 AM
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SPADE460
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nope just the hose
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:56 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Check for spark pull plug hold next to block if good spray carb cleaner into air intake crank fire?
Dec 15, 2010 at 11:59 AM
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