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Thermostat: Service and Repair

Thermostat

Removal

1. Set the vehicle on a lift. 
2. Lift-up the vehicle. 
3. Remove the under cover. 
4. Drain the engine coolant completely.

5. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose.

6. Remove the thermostat cover and gasket, and then pull out the thermostat.

Installation

1. Install the thermostat in water pump, and then install the thermostat cover together with a gasket.

Note:

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When reinstalling the thermostat, use a new gasket. 

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The thermostat must be installed with the jiggle pin (A) facing to front side.

Tightening torque: ....................................................................................................................................................  6.5 Nm (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft. lbs.)

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