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Removal & Installation: Thermostat: Installation

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  1. Use a NEW "O" ring seal to position the water thermostat in the upper intake manifold.
  2. Install the thermostat housing. See Figure. Install the thermostat housing bolts. Tighten thermostat housing bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Connect the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing. Fill and bleed the cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING .