Thermostat Housing: Removal

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. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
- Detach the coolant hose retainers and the wiring harness retainer.
- Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Remove the bolt and position the degas bottle aside.
  Torque: 44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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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.
- Detach the coolant hose retainers.
- Remove the bolts and the air cleaner support bracket.
  Torque: 93 lb.in (10.5 Nm)
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Release the clamps and disconnect the coolant hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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Remove the bolts and the thermostat housing.
Torque: Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) - - Stage 2: 45°

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Remove and discard the O-ring seal.

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Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.

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