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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Thermostat Housing Bolts
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  1. Install the thermostat with a NEW thermostat seal.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the thermostat housing bolts.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the thermostat housing bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in)  .

  3. Install the heater inlet and outlet pipes. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE  and INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  4. Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 GE 47716 FILL)  and DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 STATIC FILL) .
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