thermostat replacement

2002 MERCURY VILLAGER
161,000 MILES • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ARASELYMARK4
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iv changed the thermostat and there still smoke coming out idk what to do
Dec 12, 2015 at 11:38 PM
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HMAC300
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if it's white smoke have it pressure checked for a head gasket. if blue smoke have it checked for valve seals.

These guides will help you

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-thermostat

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/white-smoke-or-steam-coming-from-the-exhaust-pipe

Please run down these guides and report back.
Dec 12, 2015 at 11:58 PM
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ARASELYMARK4
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so it seems as if on one of screws was put back on it craked threw is the cement or something i can put on it
Dec 13, 2015 at 6:50 AM
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HMAC300
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it depends on what cracked if it's aluminum wher eit screws in then you need a heli coil if plastic you need a new part and don't tighten it like a gorilla next time.
Dec 13, 2015 at 7:43 AM
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HISFAMILY
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Where can I find a diagram of the engine to let me know where the thermostat is. I have the part and understand it's an easy replacement... just don't know where to look.

I can't find the manual in stock anywhere.
Jan 8, 2020 at 6:05 AM (Merged)
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BMRFIXIT
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If you have the 3.3L engine its in the front of engine in the middle above water pump pulley check the diagram


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/99387_33nisan_1.jpg

Jan 8, 2020 at 6:05 AM (Merged)
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ANGIENKY09
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1993 Mercury Villager

how to change thermostat
Jan 8, 2020 at 6:05 AM (Merged)
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