Thermostat: Service and Repair

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Be careful not to spill coolant over engine compartment. Use a rag to absorb coolant.
1. Drain engine coolant.
2. Remove lower radiator hose.
3. Remove water inlet, then take out thermostat.





4. Install gum ring to thermostat.





5. Install thermostat with jiggle valve or air bleeder at upper side.
6. Refill engine coolant.
After installation, run engine for a few minutes, and check for leaks.

WATER OUTLET

INSTALLATION
1. Use a scraper to remove old RTV silicone sealant from water outlet.
^ Also remove traces of RTV silicone sealant from mating surface of cylinder head.





2. Apply a continuous bead of RTV silicone sealant to mating surface of water outlet. Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant Part No. 999MP-A7007 or equivalent.
^ When installing, tighten water outlet bolts to the specified torque.
6.3 - 8.3 Nm (0.64 - 0.85 kg-m, 56 - 73 inch lbs.)