Installation - 2.7L
- Clean gasket sealing surfaces.NOTE: Install thermostat with the bleed valve located at the 12 o'clock position.
- Install thermostat and gasket into the thermostat housing.
- Install thermostat and housing to cylinder block. Tighten attaching bolts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.) (Figure).
- Connect hoses at thermostat housing.
- Install generator and attaching bolts.CAUTION: Before removing plug in oil pan, clean residual coolant from area.
- Remove plug in oil pan and install engine oil dipstick tube.
- Reconnect AC clutch and AC pressure sensor connectors.
- Reconnect generator connectors.
- Raise vehicle on hoist.
- Install accessory drive belts (refer to appropriate ACCESSORY DRIVE - EXCEPT COUPE article .
- Install belt splash shield and right front wheel.
- Lower vehicle.
- Reconnect negative battery cable.
- Fill cooling system (Refer to COOLING SYSTEM - FILLING ).