Removal and Installation

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [3.8L ENGINE]













REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

[[A]] RADIATOR UPPER HOSE DISCONNECTION





After making mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, disconnect the radiator hose.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

]]A[[ O-RING INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
Do not allow engine oil or other grease to adhere to the O-ring





Insert the O-ring to the water inlet pipe, and coat the outer portion of the O-ring with water or engine coolant.

]]B[[ ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSTALLATION





Apply the specified sealant to the thread of the engine coolant temperature sensor, and then tighten it to the specified torque.
Specified Sealant: 3M(TM) AAD Part No. 8731 or equivalent


]]C[[ RADIATOR UPPER HOSE CONNECTION





1. Insert each hose as far as the projection of the thermostat housing.
2. Align the mating marks on the radiator hose and hose clamp, and then connect the radiator hose.