Engine Coolant Thermostat Housing Replacement RPO LX9

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
2. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
3. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
4. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the thermostat housing.



5. Remove the thermostat housing bolts.
6. Remove the thermostat housing.

1. Install the thermostat housing.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the thermostat housing bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).




3. Install the radiator inlet hose to the thermostat housing.
4. Position the radiator inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
5. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
6. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .