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Item 3: Thermostat Housing-to-Engine Bolts Installation Note

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  1. Tighten the thermostat housing-to-engine bolts in two stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.