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Component View

9. Connector

13. O-ring - Always replace
15. Bolts. Torque Specification: 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.) 
16. From radiator, lower part
17. Coolant thermostat

Checking: heat thermostat in water
Opening starts at approximately 85°C (185°F) 
Ends approximately 105°C (221°F) 
Opening lift: 7 mm min.

Removing

Note:
Always replace seals and gaskets.

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Drain coolant. Refer to Cooling System, Service and Repair. See: Service and Repair

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Remove coolant hose from connection -2-.

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Remove bolts -1- of connection -2- and remove connection -2- along with thermostat -4-.

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Turn thermostat -4- 1/4 turn (90) to left and remove from connection -2-.

Installing

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