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Thermostat Removal and Installation: Removal

  1. Drain coolant, see COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING .
  2. Remove front bumper. See FRONT BUMPER AND REAR BUMPER COMPONENTS
  3. Remove engine wire harness bracket (1).
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Wire Harness Bracket
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  4. Disconnect radiator outlet hose (1) from thermostat cap (2).
  5. Remove thermostat cap (2) from water pump (3).
    Fig 2: Removing Thermostat Cap From Water Pump
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  6. Remove thermostat (1) from water pump (2).
    Fig 3: Removing Thermostat From Water Pump
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