5.7L/6.1L Engine

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Fig 1: Thermostat - 5.7L/6.1L

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1 - THERMOSTAT HOUSING

2 - THERMOSTAT

3 - BOLT

Clean mating areas of timing chain cover and thermostat housing (1).
NOTE: Install thermostat with the bleed valve located at the 12 o'clock position.
Install thermostat (2) (spring side down) into recessed machined groove on timing chain cover with bleed valve located at the 12 o'clock position.
Position thermostat housing (1) on timing chain cover.
Install two housing-to-timing chain cover bolts (3). Tighten bolts to 13 N.m (112 in. lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: Thermostat housing must be tightened evenly and thermostat (2) must be centered into recessed groove in timing chain cover. If not, it may result in a cracked thermostat housing (1), damaged timing chain cover threads or coolant leaks.
Install lower radiator hose on thermostat housing.
Lower vehicle.
Fill cooling system (Refer to COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Connect negative battery cable to battery.
Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.