Removing:

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION .

-- Drain the coolant. Refer to COOLANT, DRAINING .

-- Disconnect the coolant hoses -1 and 2- from the intake manifold.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Hoses And Oil Dipstick Guide Tube

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and then remove the coolant connector and coolant hose.

Fig 2: Coolant Hose Cover Bolts

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-- Remove the coolant thermostat from the coolant pipe.