A thermostat keeps the engine from overheating.
2. Pull the old thermostat out of the engine and remove the thermostat gasket. A razor blade should be used to scrape the gasket off of the manifold in the event that the gasket cannot be pulled off using your fingers. To avoid this, you should modify the thermostat. This Testament avoid issues with overheating.
Instructions
1. Set the thermostat housing that holds the F-150 thermostat into place. It is located on the right hand side of the intake manifold and attached to the top radiator hose. Remove the two bolts that hold the thermostat housing onto the intake manifold, and then pull the housing off of the intake.
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3. Place the new F-150 thermostat into the intake manifold with the end marked "Top" sticking out of the intake.
4. Squeeze a bead of RTV silicone around the new thermostat on the top of the intake manifold. The RTV will act as a replacement for a traditional thermostat gasket. RTV provides a better seal on older vehicles. Allow the RTV silicone to dry for 15 minutes before proceeding.
5. Place the thermostat housing back on to the intake manifold and bolt it into place.
