Outback F6-3.0L (2003)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
Thermostat
REMOVAL
1. Lift-up the vehicle.
2. Remove under cover.
3. Drain engine coolant completely.
4. Disconnect radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover.
5. Remove thermostat cover and gasket, and pull out the thermostat.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the thermostat to oil pan upper, and install the thermostat cover together with a gasket.
NOTE: When reinstalling the thermostat, use a new gasket.
Tightening torque: 6.4 Nm (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft. lbs.)
2. Connect radiator outlet hose to thermostat cover.
3. Fill coolant.
INSPECTION