Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

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-- Drain the coolant, refer to Draining .

-- If equipped remove the lower front left longitudinal member, refer to Lock Carrier .

-- Disconnect the connector -3-.

Fig 1: Component Location Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator -G83-

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-- Open the clamp -1- and remove the coolant hose.

NOTE: Ignore item -2-.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolts

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

-- Loosen the hose clamp -3- to remove the coolant hose from the Map Controlled Engine Cooling Thermostat -F265-.