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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS SES, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)ENGINE COOLING SYSTEMDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGENGINE COOLINGTHERMOSTAT VISUAL INSPECTIONNOTES
2010 Ford Focus SES, 2D Coupe, Standard
Thermostat Visual Inspection: Notes
2010 Ford Focus SES, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Notes
- Remove the thermostat.
- Examine the thermostat for signs of damage including:
- Valve not fully seated (light visible through the valve)
- Foreign material lodged in the main valve
- Bent or broken frame or flange
- Bent or broken spring
- Bent or broken valve or valve stem
- Wax leaking from wax reservoir or a bulge in the reservoir
- Any other damage or distortion
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NOTE: If no damage is found during the inspection, do not attempt to open the thermostat using hot water or other heat sources. This method is not an accurate means to test the function of the thermostat and may damage the thermostat.
If damage is found during the inspection, remove any foreign material or broken pieces and install a new thermostat.
- If no damage is found during the inspection, continue troubleshooting the system concern. Go to the Symptom Chart for further instructions.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.