Savana 2500 V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
Thermostat Housing: Service and Repair
Thermostat Housing Replacement
Removal Procedure
Important: The thermostat is not serviceable separately. The water pump inlet and thermostat must be replaced as an assembly.
1. Remove the bolt from the coolant recovery reservoir and reposition.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the radiator outlet hose.
4. Remove the water pump inlet bolts.
5. Remove the water pump inlet and thermostat from the water pump.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the thermostat and water pump inlet to the water pump.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the water pump inlet bolts.
Tighten the water pump inlet bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the radiator outlet hose.
4. Install the air cleaner assembly.
5. Install the coolant recovery reservoir and bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).
