1998 Ford Ranger Replacing Thermostat

105,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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HUNTERJ
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I am having a hard time removing the thermostat housing in order to install a new thermostat. I can get to one bolt, but I can't find the other.

I am assuming, of course, that the thermostat in the plastic housing with the temperature sensors. I have found conflicting info on the internet, some saying the thermostat is where the lower radiator hose joins the engine, not the upper.

Does anyone have an exploded view, or step-by-step instruction of what I need to do and remove in order to access the thermostat housing bolts.

Thanks
Jan 3, 2008 at 12:00 PM
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JD509
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Try Autozone...Put your vehicle in and look on their service guide to see exploded views.
Jan 4, 2009 at 1:11 PM
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STRAILER
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the thermostat is at the end of the top radiator hose on the engine.
Dec 18, 2024 at 5:00 AM
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