CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L Turbo (2008)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC]
Warning:
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Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator
are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
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Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and
slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
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When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant.
3. Remove the front splash shield (RH).
4. Remove the charge air cooler duct.
5. Remove the drive belt.
6. Remove the P/S oil pump with hose and pipe still connected. Position the P/S oil pump out of the way.
7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
9. Refill the engine coolant.
10. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [L3 WITH TC].) See: Testing and Inspection/Initial
Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
