THERMOSTAT REMOVAL


  1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT

    Note

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


    1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

    2. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug (for Bank 1).

    3. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug (for Bank 2, w/ Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug).

    4. Remove the radiator cap sub-assembly.

      B000J0SE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Radiator Cap Sub-assembly *2 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug (for Bank 1)
      *3 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug (for Bank 2, w/ Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug) *4 Radiator Drain Cock Plug
      *5 Air Drain Cock Plug - -

      Tech Tips

      Collect the engine coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the regulations in your area.

  2. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT

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  3. REMOVE NO. 2 IDLER PULLEY SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. B000HU2

      Remove the bolt, No. 2 idler pulley cover plate, No. 2 idler pulley sub-assembly and idler pulley cover plate.

  4. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE


    1. B000IRB

      Disconnect the No. 2 radiator hose.

  5. REMOVE WATER INLET


    1. B000JOG

      Remove the 2 nuts and water inlet.

  6. REMOVE THERMOSTAT


    1. Remove the thermostat from the water inlet housing.

    2. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.