Electric Thermostat (G2417536): Removal

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2-post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Remove the engine cover.
Refer to: ENGINE COVER - INGENIUM I4 2.0L PETROL
Partially drain the engine cooling system.
Refer to: COOLING SYSTEM PARTIAL DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING
Remove the left secondary bulkhead panel.
Refer to: SECONDARY BULKHEAD LEFT PANEL - INGENIUM I4 2.0L PETROL/INGENIUM I4 2.0L PETROL - PHEV/INGENIUM I6 3.0L DIESEL/INGENIUM I6 3.0L PETROL
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- Remove the 2 clips.
- Remove the fastener.
- Remove the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) pad.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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- Carefully release the clips.
- Remove the engine coolant upper hose.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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- Release the 2 clips.
- Remove the engine coolant rear hose.
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- Release the 2 clips.
- Disconnect the purge valve pipe on both sides.
- Remove the purge valve pipe.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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- Release the 2 clips.
- Disconnect and position aside the engine coolant front hose.
CAUTION: Be prepared to collect escaping coolant.

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Disconnect and position aside the engine coolant lower hose.
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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors from the electric thermostat.
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- Remove the 4 bolts.
- Remove the electric thermostat.
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Remove and discard the O-ring seal.