it is inside of an aluminum housing that join three hoses on the drivers side of the engine
In a 2002 Mercury Cougar, the thermostat is located on the engine, specifically at the engine's front, near the water pump. To access it, you typically need to remove the upper radiator hose, as the thermostat is housed in a thermostat housing that connects to the engine block. Always consult the vehicle's service manual for detailed instructions and safety precautions when working on the cooling system.
the library should have a shop manual for this vehicle, you can make copies of the right sections :)
at the rear of the vehicle
The thermostat on a 1991 Mercury Topaz is typically located on the engine block, near the intake manifold. To access it, you'll generally need to remove the upper radiator hose and the thermostat housing, which is usually secured by bolts. Once you remove the housing, you should see the thermostat seated in a recess in the engine. Always consult a repair manual for specific instructions related to your vehicle model.
On a 2001 Mercury Cougar : The radiator is located in the engine compartment , at the front of the vehicle
On the transmission.
The ECM in a 1999 Mercury Sable is located on the inside of the vehicle on the passenger side. It is located under the kick plate.
The water pump just below the top timing belt cover, right side of the vehicle. Not much space to work in, but I just replaced one while I was replacing the timing belt. To the left of the water pump is the thermostat housing; where your engines thermostat is located. I also replace the thermostat while I had the timing covers (top & bottom) removed. Rick
It would depend on what vehicle you have but generally it is located very close to the thermostat housing in most vehicles.
The thermostat on a 1997 Mazda MPV is located on top of the engine, under the upper radiator hose. It controls the flow of coolant through the vehicle.
Usually on the engine side of the upper rad hose in a housing
The thermostat is located behind the radiator inlet fitting in the housing behind the gasket. Removing and putting the thermostat back in should be done a last resort. This is because it may reduce how well the vehicle cools.