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Thermostat: Service and Repair

Thermostat Removing and Installing

Note:

For overview of Thermostat location refer to: Cooling System, Service and Repair. See: Service and Repair Cooling System Components (Engine Side)

Component View 

1

Bolt

2

Pulley

3

Engine Coolant Pump (Water Pump)

4

Gasket

5

Coolant Thermostat

6

Elbow Connection

7

O-ring

8

Retaining Clip

9

Bolt

10

Thermostat Flange

11

Pulley

 
Note:

During removal and installation procedures, refer to the component location illustration above and component notes below.

Component Notes 

1

Bolt Torque Specification: 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.). 

2

Pulley - Ribbed Drive Belt version.

3

Engine Coolant Pump - Check shaft for ease of movement.

4

Gasket - Always replace.

5

Coolant Thermostat 

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