Thermostat Bypass Hose: Service and Repair

Bypass Tube - 2.5L









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 Service and Repair.

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

4. Disconnect and remove the coolant bypass tube from the engine.

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 Service and Repair.