Removal [08/2021 - 09/2022]: Procedure

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REMOVE WATER INLET WITH THERMOSTAT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [08/2021 - 09/2022]

REMOVE ENGINE WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY (WATER INLET HOUSING)

Disconnect the sensor wire connector.

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Using an 8 mm socket wrench, remove the bolt and disconnect the sensor wire from the engine water pump assembly (water inlet housing).

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Disconnect the engine water pump assembly (water inlet housing) connector.

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Remove the 4 bolts and engine water pump assembly (water inlet housing) from the cylinder block assembly.

Remove the gasket from the engine water pump assembly (water inlet housing).

Using an E8 "TORX" socket wrench, remove the stud bolt.