Water Control Valve: Removal and Installation: Installation

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Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Water Control Valve

Install water control valve by making rubber O-ring (1) groove fit to water control valve flange (A) around the whole circumference.

Fig 1: Installing Thermostat With Making Rubber Ring Groove Fit To Thermostat Flange With Whole Circumference
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CAUTION: Do not reuse O-ring.
Install water control valve with jiggle valve (A) facing upward. The position may deviate within the range of 20° (b).

Fig 2: Installing Thermostat With Jiggle Valve Facing Upwards
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Install the engine coolant temperature sensor if removed.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to [ RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ].