Installation [06/2018 - 08/2021]: Procedure
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- INSTALL WATER INLET WITH THERMOSTAT SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Install a new gasket to the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.
HINT:
Be sure to clean the contact surfaces.
- Using an 8 mm socket wrench, install the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly with the 2 bolts.
Torque: 10 N.m (102 kgf/cm, 7 ft.lbf)
- Connect the No. 7 water by-pass hose to the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly and slide the clip to secure it.
- Connect the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly connector.
- Install a new gasket to the water inlet with thermostat sub-assembly.
- CONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 29
- ADD ENGINE COOLANT (for Engine)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- INSPECT FOR COOLANT LEAK (for Engine)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1