Forenza L4-2.0L (2004)
counterclockwise. Rotate the thermostat mounting flange until it is seated in the thermostat housing recesses.
2. Coat the sealing surface of a new seal ring with Lubriplater.
3. Install a new seal ring into the recess in the thermostat housing.
4. Install the thermostat housing to the cylinder head.
5. Secure the thermostat housing to the cylinder head with the mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the thermostat housing mounting bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing.
7. Secure the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing with a hose clamp.
8. Refill the engine cooling system.
