Thermostat - MPi (page 2 of 2)

11. Remove bolt securing thermostat housing to cylinder block.
12. Release and remove thermostat housing.

13. Remove and discard 2 ’O’ rings from thermostat housing outlets.
14. Remove 3 bolts securing thermostat housing cover to thermostat housing.
15. Remove thermostat housing cover.
16. Remove thermostat from housing.
17. Remove rubber seal from thermostat.

Refit

1. Examine thermostat rubber seal for signs of deterioration or damage, renew if necessary.
2. Fit rubber seal to thermostat.
3. Clean mating faces of thermostat and cover.

4. Align thermostat to shoulder in thermostat housing.
5. Fit thermostat housing cover and tighten bolts to 9 Nm.
6. Clean ’O’ ring grooves on thermostat housing outlets.
7. Lubricate new ’O’ rings with rubber grease and fit to thermostat housing outlets.
8. Position thermostat housing to coolant pump and push into place.
9. Fit bolt securing thermostat housing to cylinder block and tighten to 9 Nm.
10. Position upper part of dipstick tube and connect to lower part.
11. Fit engine compartment access panel. See BODY, Exterior fittings.
12. Raise vehicle.
13. Connect coolant rail to thermostat housing.
14. Align coolant rail to cylinder block, fit bolts and tighten to 9 Nm.
15. Connect CKP sensor multiplug.
16. Connect heater hose to thermostat housing and secure with clip.
17. Refill cooling system. See Adjustments.
18. Connect battery earth lead.