How to check and replace a thermostat in a cooling system issue on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Before attributing a cooling system issue to the thermostat, check coolant level, drivebelt tension, and temperature gauge or light. If engine has prolonged warm-up times, replace thermostat. For engine overheating, assess upper radiator hose temperature. Cool hose suggests stuck-closed thermostat, hot hose suggests open thermostat. To replace, disconnect battery cable, remove air duct, drain cooling system. Locate thermostat housing, loosen hose clamp, detach hose. Remove housing cover, extract old thermostat, clean surfaces, install new thermostat with proper orientation. Reassemble, refill cooling system, start engine to check for leaks and verify thermostat functionality.

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Thermostat Assembly
Part Number: 7L3Z-8575-B
- Other Name: Thermostat Assy
- Replaced by: 7L3Z-8575-E
$17.04 MSRP: $24.18
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2009-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Thermostat Assembly
Part Number: 3L3Z-8575-AC
- Other Name: Thermostat Assy
- Replaced by: 7L3Z-8575-E
$17.04 MSRP: $24.18
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2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Thermostat Assembly
Part Number: 2L2Z-8575-AA
- Other Name: Thermostat Assy; Thermostat
- Replaces: 1L2Z-8575-AA
$17.67 MSRP: $28.18
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2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Thermostat Assembly
Part Number: YU3Z-8575-AA
- Other Name: Thermostat Assy; Thermostat
- Replaces: F7TZ-8575-A
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2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Ford Explorer Sport Trac Thermostat Assembly
Part Number: 1L2Z-8575-AA
- Other Name: Thermostat Assy
- Replaced by: 2L2Z-8575-AA
$17.67 MSRP: $28.18
You Save: $10.51 (38%)

Add to Cart
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Fits the following Vehicles:
2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
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Thermostat Assembly
1L2Z-8575-AA
Q: How to check and replace a thermostat in a cooling system issue on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
A: Before attributing a cooling system issue to the thermostat, check coolant level, drivebelt tension, and temperature gauge or light. If engine has prolonged warm-up times, replace thermostat. For engine overheating, assess upper radiator hose temperature. Cool hose suggests stuck-closed thermostat, hot hose suggests open thermostat. To replace, disconnect battery cable, remove air duct, drain cooling system. Locate thermostat housing, loosen hose clamp, detach hose. Remove housing cover, extract old thermostat, clean surfaces, install new thermostat with proper orientation. Reassemble, refill cooling system, start engine to check for leaks and verify thermostat functionality.