Installation Procedure

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Install the thermostat.

Fig 1: Installing Thermostat
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Install the water outlet gasket and the water outlet housing.

Fig 2: Installing Water Outlet Housing & Bolts
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the water outlet housing bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to EXHAUST CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENT (3.1L) or EXHAUST CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENT (3.8L) in Engine Exhaust.
Install the radiator inlet hose to the water outlet housing.

Fig 3: Installing Radiator Inlet Hose To Water Outlet Housing
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Use the J 38185 in order to reposition and install the hose clamp to the water outlet housing.
Install the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to AIR CLEANER INTAKE DUCT in Removal & Installation - A/T.
Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .