Where does the coolant go in a Mustang?
Once fully open the hot coolant flows out of the motor to the inlet near the top of the radiator. The coolant then passes through the tubes of the radiator where it gives up heat to the passing airflow. Your engine works just like a big air pump.
How does a water pump cool a Mustang engine?
In colder climates the water could freeze which could potentially crack the block. Thus anti-freeze is used to negate these effects. To summarize, a water pump pumps coolant throughout your Mustangs engine, and the job of the coolant is to cool the engine, by drawing heat away as it passes through the many chambers.
When did I change the pump on my Mustang?
The older style pump produced from 1996 to mid-2001 had a longer shaft. In January of 2001 the design of the pump was changed to a shorter shaft. This necessitated a change in the design of the pump pulley. You should visually identify which pulley/pump you have before ordering a replacement.
Where is the thermostat on a Ford Mustang?
Follow the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing located at the top of the engine next to the alternator. Use vise-grip pliers to loosen the hose clamp at the end of the radiator hose and pull the hose off the thermostat housing.
What kind of air conditioning does a 97 Mustang have?
The new opening brought more air to the new cross-the-board cooling system which could be found on the ’97 Cobra. Only the Cobra model Mustang had the new parallel-flow air conditioning condenser.
Once fully open the hot coolant flows out of the motor to the inlet near the top of the radiator. The coolant then passes through the tubes of the radiator where it gives up heat to the passing airflow. Your engine works just like a big air pump.
How do you change the radiator cap on a Mustang?
Start your Mustang and allow it to run with the radiator cap off for several minutes. Replace the cap and run the Mustang until it reaches normal operating temperature. Drive a short distance, then park and allow the engine to cool. Check the level of the coolant. Add more coolant if necessary.