Thermostat Housing: Removal
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NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
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NOTE: Cover the accessory drive belts to prevent coolant contamination of the belts.
Completely cover the accessory drive belts with waterproof plastic.
- Release the clamp and disconnect the lower radiator hose from the coolant inlet connection. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the thermostat housing bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Pull the upper radiator hose T-connector spring clip up until the end of the clip is in the detent on the quick connect coupling and remove the thermostat housing from the upper radiator hose T-connector.
- Remove and discard the thermostat housing gasket.