Installing Coolant Regulator (Thermostat Insert)

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Install seals with open side facing the engine.

Install new seals -1 and 3- .
1. 1.1 Push in seal -1- using > T40357 - thrust piece -2- and tap it in as far as it will go.
2. 1.2 Insert seal -3- .
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Fitting coolant regulator seals
Insert coolant regulator and fit and tighten screws.
> Tightening torque 9 Nm (6.5 ftlb.)

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Coolant regulator (thermostat insert)
Connect and lock electric plug connection for coolant regulator -2- .

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Electric plug connection for coolant regulator

Fit coolant pipe -2- .

4.1 Replace sealing rings.
4.2 Position coolant pipe -2- .

4.3 Fit and tighten screws -1- .

> Tightening torque 9 Nm (6.5 ftlb.)

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Coolant pipe

Fit suction hose -1- .

5.1 Fit suction hose -1- using screw-type clamps -2- .

5.2 Tighten screw-type clamps -2- .

Screw-type clamp securing intake pipe to suction hose: > Tightening torque 3.5 Nm (2.5 ftlb.)

Screw-type clamp securing suction hose to air-cleaner cowl: > Tightening torque 3.5 Nm (2.5 ftlb.)

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Fitting suction hose