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Thermostat: Service and Repair

 

Thermostat Replacement (LA1) 

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Tools Required
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J 38185 Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the air cleaner and duct assembly. 
2. Drain the coolant until the coolant level is below the thermostat. 
3. Remove the crossover exhaust pipe. 
4. Remove the radiator hose from the thermostat housing.

5. Remove the thermostat housing bolts and clean any sealer from the bolt threads.
6. Remove the thermostat housing and gasket.

7. Remove the thermostat.
8. Clean the mating surfaces.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the thermostat.

2. Install the thermostat housing and gasket.

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