Since most engine cooling fans these days are electric, they can (and will) run even with the ignition off and the key removed. This happens frequently after being run, and the vehicle senses that it needs to cool things down, so it will engage the fan automatically.
Personally , if I want an engine cooling thermostat changed I just take it in and let a mechanic / technician do it and pay the bill
The 2000 Ford Windstar ABS relay switch is located on the firewall in the engine compartment. The relay switch will be on the passenger side of the engine compartment.
It could have either the 3.0 liter " Vulcan " V6 engine or the optional 3.8 liter V6 engine in the 2000 Ford Windstar LX
The 2000 Ford Windstar ( SE trim level ) has the ( 3.8 liter , V6 engine ) according to my Consumer Guide book
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The coolant bleeder valve on a 2000 Ford Windstar is located on the engine, near the thermostat housing. It is typically a small, plastic or metal screw that can be found on the upper part of the engine, often on the intake manifold. To bleed the cooling system, you would loosen this valve to allow trapped air to escape while the engine is running. Always ensure the engine is cool before attempting to locate or operate the bleeder valve to avoid burns or injury.
Yes The 8th " character " of the VIN indicates the engine size I ASSUME it would be the same on a 2000 Ford Windstar that " U " indicates the 3.0 liter " Vulcan " V6 engine I'm not sure what the letter is for the 3.8
On a 2000 Ford Windstar : There are ( 3 or 4 filters ) It may be equipped with a cabin air filter For the engine there is the air filter , oil filter , fuel filter
According to a website I was looking at : For a 2000 Ford Windstar , 3.8 L V6 engine : ( 15 city / 21 highway / miles per U.S. gallon )
The fuse box on a 2000 Ford Windstar van is located on the right side of the engine compartment. A secondary fuse box can be found under the dash, near the hood release.
On a 2000 Ford Windstar , 3.8 liter V6 engine : firewall 1-----2-----3 4-----5-----6 front of vehicle > driver
the transmissions are different 2000 takes ax4s 2001 take ax4n motors would fit some sensors make need to be transfered