Thermostat: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

THERMOSTAT

NOTE:
Disassembly of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency.

1. Drain the engine coolant so its level is below thermostat.
2. Remove the water inlet fitting(A), gasket and thermostat.





INSTALLATION

THERMOSTAT
1. Place the thermostat in thermostat housing.
(1) Install the thermostat(B) with the jiggle valve upward.
(2) Install a new gasket(A) to the thermostat(B).




2. Install the water inlet fitting(A).

Tightening torque :
14.7 - 19.6N-m (1.5 - 2.0kg-m, 10.8 - 14.5lb-ft)





3. Fill with engine coolant.
4. Start engine and check for leaks.