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Removal & Installation: Thermostat: Removal

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  1. Drain the radiator (8005) so that the coolant level is below the water thermostat.
  2. Remove the coolant outlet elbow attaching bolts.
  3. Pull the elbow away from the cylinder head (6049) sufficiently to provide access to the water thermostat.
  4. Remove the water thermostat and gasket.