Thermostat Bypass Hose: Service and Repair

Bypass Tube









Removal and Installation

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Jacking and Lifting Service and Repair.

2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding.

3. Remove the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Engine - 2.5L Hybrid Service and Repair.

4. Disconnect the 2 hose clamps and remove the coolant bypass tube.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

6. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding.