Thermostat Housing: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain and recover the coolant. Refer to Service and Repair.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
4. Disconnect the surge tank line from the coolant outlet.





5. Disconnect the coolant outlet from the inlet manifold attaching bolts.
6. Remove the coolant outlet.

Installation Procedure





1. Connect the coolant outlet to the inlet manifold.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the attaching bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the air cleaner assembly.
4. Connect the surge tank line to the coolant outlet.

^ Tighten the fitting to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).

5. Fill the engine with coolant.
Refer to Service and Repair.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the bolt to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).

7. Inspect the system for leaks.