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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 05:56 AM
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Hi all have a question would like some insight on i have a 98 explorer 4wd
with 6 cylinder. I am planning a trip to florida and would like to take care
of some things before leaving it seems coolant seems to be replace was
wondering the best procedure on that. I was all talking to someone in
regards to thermostat they say on that model that there is a 2 stage
thermostat and it costs more is that true and should it be replaced i have
53000 miles. If so is it a big job to replace that the one guy said to
remove throttle body and other parts as well. I also see serpentime belt
looks bad what type job is that to do. I am mechanically inclined i rebuilt
a motor in a mitsu eclipse and pulled mototr out and reinstalled.


Thank you

stu334pro@optonline.net
 
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 07:10 AM
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No such thing as a two stage thermostat. Flush your system in the normal way. You'll be fine.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 09:42 AM
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Changing the belt is easy - all you need is a wrench to fit the tensioner pulley and a new belt.
 
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