Installation Procedure
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- Install a NEW thermostat housing gasket into the water pump housing.
- Install the thermostat into the water pump housing.
- Install the thermostat housing.
- Install the thermostat housing bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the radiator outlet hose (2) to the thermostat housing.
- Using the J 38185 , position the radiator outlet hose clamp (1) at the thermostat housing. See Special Tools .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (Vac-N-Fill) .
- Install the air cleaner. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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