THERMOSTAT REMOVAL


  1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

    CAUTION:

    Do not remove the radiator cap sub-assembly while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.


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      Loosen the radiator drain cock plug and engine drain plug.

    2. Remove the radiator cap, then drain the coolant.

    3. Close the radiator drain cock plug.

    4. Tighten the engine drain plug.

      Torque:
      27 N*m  { 275 kgf*cm, 20 ft.*lbf, for the engine drain plug }

  2. DISCONNECT RADIATOR HOSE INLET


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      Loosen the clip and disconnect the radiator hose inlet.

  3. REMOVE THERMOSTAT


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      Remove the 3 bolts and water outlet.

    2. Remove the thermostat from the cylinder block.

    3. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.