Thermostat: Service and Repair

THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC]

WARNING:
- Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
- Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise 2.5 turns. Step back while the pressure escapes.
- When you are sure all the pressure is gone, turn the cap using the cloth, and remove it.

1. Remove the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit. Aerodynamic Under Cover No.2 Removal/Installation Splash Shield Removal/Installation

4. Drain the engine coolant. Service and Repair

5. Remove the drive belt. Service and Repair

6. Remove the drive belt idler pulley. Engine Disassembly/Assembly

7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

8. Install in the reverse order of removal.

9. Refill the engine coolant. Service and Repair

10. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. Engine Coolant Leakage Inspection