Montero XLS 4WD V6-3.5L SOHC (2001)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
<<A>> RADIATOR LOWER HOSE DISCONNECTION
After making mating marks on the radiator hose and the hose clamp, disconnect the radiator hose.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
>>A<< RADIATOR LOWER HOSE CONNECTION
1. Insert each hose as far as the projection of the water inlet fitting.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator hose.
INSPECTION
THERMOSTAT CHECK
1. Immerse the thermostat in water, and heat the water while stirring. Check the thermostat valve opening temperature.
Standard value:
Valve opening temperature: 88 ± 2°C (190 ± 36°F)
