Removing and installing/replacing coolant thermostat (B36 engine) (Cooper base)
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IMPORTANT:
The coolant thermostat is not available separately in the parts catalog.
In case of a faulty coolant thermostat, the entire alternator bracket needs to be replaced.
In case of a faulty coolant thermostat, the entire alternator bracket needs to be replaced.
Preliminary work needed:
- Replace ALTERNATOR BRACKET .