THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD 2.2]

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Warning

•  Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.

•  Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise 2.5 turns. Step back while the pressure escapes.

•   When you are sure all the pressure is gone, turn the cap using the cloth, and remove it.

1.  Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD 2.2].)

2.  Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3.  Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD 2.2].)

4.  Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR-CD 2.2].)

5.  Remove in the order indicated in the table.

6.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

7.  Refill the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR-CD 2.2].)

8.  Inspect for the engine coolant leakage. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZR-CD 2.2].)

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1	Thermostat cover (See Thermostat Cover Removal Note.)
2	Thermostat (See Thermostat Installation Note.)

Thermostat Cover Removal Note

1.  Remove the thermostat cover with the lower radiator hose still connected.

Thermostat Installation Note

1.  Install the thermostat into the thermostat cover, aligning the projection on the gasket to the thermostat cover.

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