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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect the heater hoses from the heater core. Refer to Heater Hoses Replacement (LY7) in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  2. Remove the thermostat. Refer to Thermostat Replacement (RPOs L26/L32) .
  3. Fig 1: View Of Thermostat Housing With Heater Pipes, Heater Hoses, Gasket & Bolts
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  4. Remove the thermostat housing bolts.
  5. Remove the thermostat housing with the heater pipes, hoses and bolts.
  6. Carefully clean the sealing surfaces with a plastic gasket scraper such as J 28410  or equivalent.