THERMOSTAT REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER


    1. A005RE1

      Remove the clip and engine room side cover.

  2. REMOVE RADIATOR SUPPORT OPENING COVER


    1. A005SU5

      Remove the 8 clips and radiator support opening cover.

  3. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT


    1. Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

      Tech Tips

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

    2. Remove the reserve tank cap.

      CAUTION:

      Do not remove the reserve tank cap while the engine and radiator are still hot.

      Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.

    3. Loosen the cylinder block drain cock plug.

      Tech Tips

      The plug is on the exhaust manifold side.

      A005U6DE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Reserve Tank Cap *2 Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug
      *3 Radiator Drain Cock Plug -

  4. REMOVE WATER INLET


    1. A005S2M

      Remove the 2 nuts and water inlet.

  5. REMOVE THERMOSTAT


    1. A005RCI

      Remove the thermostat.

    2. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.