Section 51 (Engine Cooling System): Thermostat: Installation

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INSTALL THERMOSTAT
1. Install a new gasket to the thermostat.
2. Insert the thermostat into the water inlet housing with the jiggle valve facing straight upward.
  HINT:
  
  The jiggle valve may be set within 30° of either side of the prescribed position.
INSTALL WATER INLET
1. Install the water inlet with the 3 nuts.
  Torque: 19 N*m (194 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf)
  
  Fig 1: Installing Water Inlet With Nuts
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
ADD ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLANT )
CHECK FOR ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS
1. Check for engine coolant leaks (see COOLING SYSTEM ).
INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER (See INSTALLATION )