Engine Oil Cooler Thermostat: Service and Repair
Engine oil thermostatTo remove
1. Raise the car, remove the cover and unscrew the plug.
2. Remove the adapter housing or loosen the A/C-compressor slightly.
3. Extract the spring and thermostat.
To fit
1. Fit the thermostat and spring. Make sure that the thermostat rests on the flange before it bottoms in the thermostat housing.
2. Check the seal and sealing face and fit the plug.
Turning torque 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
3. Fit the adapter housing or A/C compressor, see Oil filter adapter housing.
4. Lower the car, fit the cover and check the oil level. Top up as necessary.