Thermostat: Service and Repair

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Negative battery cable.
2. Engine coolant, partially.
3. Water outlet to inlet manifold attaching bolts.
4. Water outlet.
5. Thermostat.

CLEAN
^ Inlet manifold mating surfaces.
^ Water outlet mating surfaces.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Thermostat in inlet manifold.
2. Water outlet to inlet manifold.
3. Attaching bolts with sealer. Torque to 25 Nm (18 ft. lb.).
4. Engine coolant.
5. Negative battery cable.

INSPECT
^ For correct completion of repair.
^ For coolant leaks.