THERMOSTAT REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER

  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

      CAUTION:

      Do not loosen the radiator drain cock plug while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to local regulations.

    2. A0161WSE01

      Remove the radiator reservoir cap, and using a 6 mm socket hexagon wrench, remove the vent plug.

    3. Drain coolant.

    4. Loosen the 2 cylinder block drain cock plugs.

      A01603GE01

  3. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL


    1. A015ZFO

      Remove the 9 clips and cool air intake duct seal.

  4. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET


    1. A01612G

      Remove the bolt, clip and No. 1 air cleaner inlet.

  5. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE


    1. A0161KB

      Disconnect the No. 2 radiator hose from the water inlet housing.

  6. REMOVE WATER INLET SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH THERMOSTAT


    1. A0160EJ

      Remove the 3 nuts, water inlet sub-assembly with thermostat and gasket.