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Removal & Installation: Thermostat: Installation

  1. Install the thermostat in the water pump, and install the thermostat cover together with a gasket.
    CAUTION:
    • When reinstalling the thermostat, use a new gasket. 
    • Thermostat must be installed with jiggle pin (A) facing the front side. 
    • At this time, set the jiggle pin of thermostat for front side. 
    1. Tightening torque:  6.4 N.m (0.65 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)
    Fig 1: Installing Thermostat In Water Pump
    G02959146Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Fill and bleed cooling system. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING .
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