Thermostat: Service and Repair
THERMOSTATREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [2.0L ENGINE NON-TURBO, 2.4L ENGINE]
Pre-removal & Post-installation Operation:
Removal Steps 1-4:
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
[[A]] RADIATOR LOWER HOSE DISCONNECTION
Make mating marks on the radiator lower hose and the hose clamp. Disconnect the radiator lower hose.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Make absolutely sure that no oil adheres to the rubber ring of the thermostat. Also do not fold or scratch the rubber ring during installation.
Install the thermostat so that the jiggle valve is facing straight up. Be careful not to fold or scratch the rubber ring.
]]B[[ RADIATOR LOWER HOSE CONNECTION
1. Insert the radiator lower hose as far as the projection of the cooling water inlet hose fitting.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator lower hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator lower hose.