Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor connector (1).
- Disconnect the radiator outlet hose connector (2) from the engine coolant thermostat and reposition. Refer to Radiator Outlet Hose Connector Replacement - Engine Side (LUV) .
- Remove the water inlet pipe mounting fasteners (1).
- Remove the water inlet seal (3) and discard.
- Remove the thermostat (4).