Thermostat: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Drain the coolant to a level below the thermostat.

CAUTION: In order to avoid being burned, do not service the engine while it is still hot. Service the engine when it is cool.

2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Disconnect the ground from the coolant outlet.
4. Remove the bolt/stud and the bolt on the coolant outlet.
5. Remove the coolant outlet.
6. Remove the thermostat.
7. Clean all of the parts and the sealing surfaces.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the thermostat.
2. Install the coolant outlet.
3. Install the bolt and the bolt/stud.
^ Tighten the bolt and the bolt/stud to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the ground strap to the bolt/stud.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly.
6. Refill the coolant.
7. Start the engine. After the engine reaches normal operating temperature, check for coolant leaks.