Removal And Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jeep Renegade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the mating surfaces on the engine block and thermostat.
- Install a NEW seal (1) onto the thermostat.
- Connect and lock the engine coolant temperature (ECT) wire harness connector.
- Engage the wire harness in the clip on the thermostat.
- Install the thermostat and using the sequence shown tighten the four bolts to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect and lock the engine water heating coil wire harness connector.
- Install the heater core hose and tighten the band clamp.
- Install the radiator hose and tighten the band clamp.
- Install the degassing hose and tighten the band clamp.
- Install the battery tray and battery. Refer to TRAY, BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
- Install the engine cover. Refer to COVER, ENGINE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING THE COOLING SYSTEM - 1.3L .
- Install the belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .