Removal and Installation Special Tool(s) | Remover/Installer, Coolant Hose Clamp 303-397 | Removal | -
Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to: Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V (Sigma), General Procedures). | | -
Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to: Generator - 1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V (Sigma) (414-02 Generator and Regulator, Removal and Installation). | | -
Using the special tool, disconnect the thermostat housing to coolant expansion tank coolant hose from the thermostat housing. | | -
Using the special tool, disconnect the thermostat housing to radiator lower coolant hose from the thermostat housing. | | -
Remove the thermostat housing retaining bolts and remove the thermostat housing. | | -
Remove the thermostat and seal. | Installation NOTE:Make sure that the thermostat degas pin is located at the 12 o'clock position. Failure to follow this may result in damage to the cooling system. | -
To install, reverse the removal procedure. | | -
Refill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to: Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding (303-03A Engine Cooling - 1.4L Duratec-16V (Sigma)/1.6L Duratec-16V (Sigma), General Procedures). | | |