A SERVICE OF

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COOLING SYSTEM 4-15
Thermostat
Thermostat Removal
Remove:
Coolant : Drain about 200 mL
Fuel Tank (see Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Thermostat Bracket Bolt [A]
Water Temperature Sensor Connector [B]
Three Water Hoses [C]
Remove the thermostat housing [D].
Front [E]
Remove the screws [A], take off the cap [B], and take out
the thermostat.
Thermostat Installation
Install the thermostat [A] in the housing so that the air
bleeder hole [B] is on top.
Install a new O-ring into the housing.
Fill the radiator with coolant (see Coolant Change in the
Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Thermostat Inspection
Remove the thermostat, and inspect the thermostat valve
[A] at room temperature.
If the valve is open, replace the thermostat with a new
one.