Where is the thermostat located on a Ford F150?

Answer by  KrissyA (32)

1. Locate the upper radiator hose. 2. Follow from the radiator to the intake manifold. 3. You will see a rounded extension from the thermostat housing, this is the Coolant Inlet Elbow. 4. Remove the Coolant Inlet Elbow. 5. The thermostat will now be visible and removable.

Answer by  Expert19283 (173)

The thermostat (coolant temp) is located within the tubing and connector on the top of the engine block. The thermostat is housing on the coupling that connects the two.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

It is hard to tell you exactly where not knowing what year your truck is. You should be able to follow the upper radiator hose back to the thermostat housing.

Answer by  mechtech74 (692)

The thermostat is inside the housing where the upper radiator hose attaches to the engine. Remove the hose from the housing, unbolt the housing: thermostat inside.

Answer by  billyb (562)

the thermostat should be located on the top radiator hose as it goes into the engine intake. two bolts hold the hose neck on.