Town & Country V6-3.3L VIN R (2003)
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1. To ensure proper seating of replacement thermostat, carefully remove the bulged metal from the wall of the outlet connector recess that was
created during the staking procedure that held the OEM thermostat in place. It is not necessary to restake the replacement thermostat into the
connector.
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2. Position thermostat to coolant outlet connector. Align the two locating notches on thermostat to the connector. This position will ensure proper
location of the thermostat air bleed.
3. Position a new gasket over the thermostat and connector making sure thermostat is in proper position and in the recess provided.
4. Install thermostat and connector assembly to the intake manifold. Tighten bolts to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
5. Install the radiator upper hose to coolant outlet connector.
6. Refill the cooling system to the proper level.
