Coolant Thermostat, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

When removing and installing the coolant thermostat, make sure that the thermostat needle is installed correctly (conical end is inserted in the coolant thermostat wax thermostatic element). If necessary, push the thermostat needle all the way into the wax thermostatic element.

Tightening specifications: 9 Nm

NOTE:

Replace the seal.

-- Install front coolant pipe. Refer to FRONT COOLANT PIPES, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the supercharger. Refer to SUPERCHARGER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Fill with coolant. Refer to FILLING .