SW2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7 (1997)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Drain coolant from the radiator and engine drain plug located at the right front of engine.
2. Disconnect lower radiator hose at thermostat housing. Use Snap-on Tool HCP10 or 20 (or equivalent).
3. Remove two bolts in water inlet housing.
4. Remove water inlet housing and thermostat assembly.
5. Remove O-ring.
CAUTION: The O-ring gasket must be replaced whenever the thermostat housing is removed.
NOTE: The thermostat element should not be removed if the assembly requires testing.
