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Removal and Installation: Removal

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Removal of Thermostat

  1. Remove engine under cover. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Partially drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to "CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT ".
    CAUTION:
    • Perform this step when engine is cold.
    • Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
  3. Remove the engine room cover (if equipped). Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  4. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  5. Disconnect the water suction hose from the water inlet.
  6. Remove the water inlet and thermostat.

Removal of Thermostat Housing, Water Outlet and Heater Pipe

  1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Remove the thermostat. Refer to THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING 
  3. Remove upper radiator hose.
  4. Remove the thermostat housing, water outlet and heater pipe.