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Thermostat replacement

Tiny
KELBAR09
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  • 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD
  • 3.9L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 106,000 MILES
In addition to thermostat replacement, I also will be replacing the coolant part it mounts to. My question is: since there are other items close to the area, some wiring, hoses, etc, is it best to disconnect the battery first, and, when finished and battery re-attached will anything need to be re-programmed?
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Thursday, August 17th, 2017 AT 9:30 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Yes it is best to disconnect the battery and there should not be any reprogramming necessary.

Here are a couple of guides to help you get the job done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

and

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

Diagrams (Below) show you what its like on your car.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, August 17th, 2017 AT 4:18 PM

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