I will assume you searched for all this information, but just incase you didn't.

Coolant change
This is also a How to in the FAQ on the first page. Linky

As for your idle problems, search "surging".
Chances are good that your IAC is done or could stand to be cleaned.

Two posts under yours is this thread. Idle surge problem fixed!
Another link.
And another one.



1996 2.5LT V6 Contour ATX My Tour+help/info pics E0 rims, Gutted Pre-Cats,CTA Custom Exhaust & Intake, Diablo Chip.