Removal

2GR-FSE COOLING: THERMOSTAT: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER (for 2WD)
3. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER (for 4WD)
4. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL Removal
5. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET Removal
6. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
7. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT Service and Repair
8. DISCONNECT NO. 2 RADIATOR HOSE





9. REMOVE WATER INLET SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH THERMOSTAT
(a) Remove the 3 nuts, water inlet with thermostat and gasket.