Removal and Installation

WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover and engine room cover (RH and LH). Exploded View.
2. Remove air duct (inlet). Exploded View.
3. Remove reservoir tank. Exploded View.
4. Remove engine undercover with a power tool.
5. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and cylinder block. Draining and Engine Stand Setting.

CAUTION:
- Perform this step when engine is cold.
- Never spill engine coolant on drive belts.
6. Disconnect radiator hose (upper and lower). Exploded View.
7. Remove intake manifold. Exploded View.
8. Remove water suction pipe and water suction hose.
9. Remove water inlet and thermostat.
10. Remove water connector, heater pipes and heater hoses.
11. Remove thermostat housing.

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.

Thermostat





- Install thermostat with the whole circumference of each flange part
(A) fit securely inside rubber ring (1).





- Install thermostat with jiggle valve (A) facing upwards. The position deviation may be within the range of 20 degrees (b).

Water Connector and Heater Pipe
- First apply a neutral detergent to O-rings, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the water connector and heater pipe into the installation holes.