Axiom 2WD V6-3.5L (2002)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
Thermostat
Thermostat and Associated Parts
Removal
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Drain engine coolant from the radiator and engine.
3. Disconnect radiator hose from the inlet pipe.
4. Remove thermostat housing.
5. Remove thermostat(2).
Installation
1. Install thermostat into the outlet pipe(4) making sure that the air hole is in the up position.
2. Install thermostat housing and tighten bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
3. Installation rubber hose.
4. Replenish engine coolant (EC).
5. Start engine and check for EC leakage.