Water Valve: Removal

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Drain engine coolant from radiator.
NOTE: It is not necessary to drain out all the coolant.
Disconnect water valve control cable from water valve.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Water Valve Control Cable From Water Valve
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NOTE: At the time of installation, please refer to the following item:
After connection, adjust the control cable. See step 2 under INSTALLATION.
Disconnect water hoses.
1. Using pliers, grip the claws of the hose clip and slide the hose clip along the hose.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Clips For Removal Of Water Hoses
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2. Disconnect the water hoses.
  NOTE:
  At the time of installation, please refer to the following items:
  - Heater radiator pipe:
    Push the water hose onto the heater radiator pipe as far as second ridge on the pipe.
  - Water valve:
    Push the water hose onto the water valve pipe as far as water valve.
  - Install the hose clip in a position, as shown in Fig 3.
    
    Fig 3: Displaying Position Of Hose Clip
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Remove water valve.
1. Remove the bolt and water valve.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Bolt & Water Valve
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