Removal And Installation

WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Remove engine undercover with power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator. Refer to Draining.

CAUTION:
- Perform this step when the engine is cold.
- Never spill engine coolant on drive belt.
3. Remove engine cover. Refer to Exploded View.
4. Remove air duct and air cleaner case assembly (LH). Refer to Exploded View.
5. Remove reservoir tank. Refer to Exploded View.
6. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) from water inlet and thermostat assembly. Refer to Exploded View.
7. Disconnect intake valve timing control solenoid valve harness connector (bank 2), and remove intake valve timing control solenoid valve (bank 2). Refer to Exploded View.






8. Remove water inlet and thermostat assembly (1).

A : Do not loosen these screw.


CAUTION:
Never disassemble water inlet and thermostat assembly.
Replace them as a unit, if necessary.

INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
- Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.