Thermostat: Service and Repair

Thermostat Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 38185 Spring Hose Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure





1. Partially drain the cooling system.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Position the J 38185 to the clamp in order to remove the outlet radiator hose from the thermostat housing.
4. Remove the thermostat housing bolts.





5. Remove the thermostat and the thermostat housing gasket from the water pump housing.
6. Remove the thermostat housing from the water pump housing.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the new thermostat and gasket into the water pump housing.
2. Position the thermostat housing to the water pump housing.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





3. Install the thermostat housing bolts.
^ Tighten the thermostat housing bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Position the J 38185 to the clamp in order to connect the outlet radiator hose to the thermostat housing.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly.
6. Fill the cooling system.