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Removal And Installation: Thermostat: Removal

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  1. Remove the thermostat housing. For additional information, refer to THERMOSTAT HOUSING  and THERMOSTAT AND THERMOSTAT HOUSING - EXPLODED VIEW .
  2. CAUTION: The thermostat is aligned to the marks inside the upper thermostat housing and must be returned to the original location.
  3. Remove the 3 thermostat housing bolts and separate the upper and lower thermostat housing.
  4. Remove the thermostat.
    1. Remove the O-ring seal and discard.
    2. Remove the thermostat.