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Installation - 2.7L

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  1. Clean gasket sealing surfaces.
    NOTE: Install thermostat with the bleed valve located at the 12 o'clock position.
  2. Install thermostat and gasket into the thermostat housing.
  3. Install thermostat and housing to cylinder block. Tighten attaching bolts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.). See Figure.
  4. Connect hoses at thermostat housing.
  5. Install generator and attaching bolts.
    CAUTION: Before removing plug in oil pan, clean residual coolant from area.
  6. Remove plug in oil pan and install engine oil dipstick tube.
  7. Reconnect AC clutch and AC pressure sensor connectors.
  8. Reconnect generator connectors.
  9. Raise vehicle on hoist.
  10. Install accessory drive belts (Refer to COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLATION) .
  11. Install belt splash shield and right front wheel.
  12. Lower vehicle.
  13. Reconnect negative battery cable.
  14. Fill cooling system (Refer to COOLING/ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .