Thermostat: Service and Repair

Removal
1. Drain the engine coolant.

(1) Upper Radiator Hose (2) Thermostat Cover (3) Thermostat:

2. Remove in the order shown in the figure.

Installation
- Install in the reverse order of removal.

Note:
- Position the hose clamp in the original location on the hose, and squeeze the clamp lightly with large pliers to ensure a good fit.

Steps After Installation
1. Add engine coolant to the specified levels.
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
3. Start the engine and do the following:
(1) Check for leakage of engine coolant.
(2) Perform engine adjustments if necessary.
(3) Recheck the coolant levels.