Firenza V6-173 2.8L (1986)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Negative battery cable.
2. Engine coolant, partially.
3. Water outlet to inlet manifold attaching bolts.
4. Water outlet.
5. Thermostat.
CLEAN
^ Inlet manifold mating surfaces.
^ Water outlet mating surfaces.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Thermostat in inlet manifold.
2. Water outlet to inlet manifold.
Tighten
^
Bolts to 27-41 Nm (20-30 ft. lb.)
3. Attaching bolts with sealer.
Tighten
^
Bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lb.).
4. Engine coolant.
5. Negative battery cable.
INSPECT
^ For correct completion of repair.
^ For coolant leaks.