by Denny Lambert
Buy and install the Hypertech 176° fan switch. Don't buythe thermostat, just the switch. Your engine will still warm up during coldweather, but your fan will switch on earlier, keeping the engine
cool, especially in hot weather.
I've heard arguments that it shortens the life of the fan,but from my perspective it's minimal extra wear, since the fan runs when youuse the AC or defroster. Unless, of course, you don't have air conditioning.
I've had the switch in both our Fieros for more than twoyears, and have had no problems with it, and never worry about the enginetemperature anymore.
The fan switch is located on the right side of the engine,near the thermostat housing (see photo, click on picture for a larger view).
I found the job was easier when I pulledthe short section of vacuum hose above the switch.
You don't need to drain the coolant, justmake sure the engine is cold. Squeeze the sides of the connector and pull tounplug it.
Cool running!