02 lx 2.0L my cars over heating butt ok wiyh the heat on full blast so i was told to try my t-stat first. plus im swaping the radiator so might as well. any ideas? i got the oe 180 temp ther was also a 170 butt ive heard that plays games with the comp

 

See page 01-12-05. Your engine is an FS.

 

The thermostat is located on the engine side of the lower radiator hose.

Just a suggestion here, but you should try to use complete sentences when asking for help. It makes it a little easier for us to understand what you are asking.

 

Fixed.

 

Thanks guys, Ill try to be more clear next time.

 

https://www.mazda3club.com/how-tos-96/3g-protege-thermostat-replacement-2-0-fs-de-w-pictures-44997/


heres the write up i did. should help with everything.

james

 

thank you i swaped it out already thought along with the radeator. it wasnt to bad, basic removal and istall all the way took picks too. i am planing to do a right up when i have time. thank you every one for your help.

 

Good deal!