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Section 4 (Engine Cooling System (H4DOTC)): Thermostat: Removal

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  1. Lift up the vehicle.
  2. Remove the under cover.< Refer to REMOVAL , Front Under Cover. >
  3. Drain engine coolant.< Refer to DRAINING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant. >
  4. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Radiator Outlet Hose Clamp
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  5. Remove the thermostat cover, and then remove the gasket and thermostat.
    Fig 2: Identifying Thermostat Cover, Gasket And Thermostat
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