2.7L Engine
| 1 - HOSE CLAMPS |
| 2 - RADIATOR HOSE TUBE |
| 3 - MOUNTING BOLT |
| 4 - RADIATOR HOSE |
- Clean gasket sealing surfaces.NOTE: Install thermostat with the bleed valve located at the 12 o'clock position.
- Install thermostat and gasket into the thermostat housing.
- Install thermostat and housing to cylinder block. Tighten attaching bolts to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
- Install radiator hose tube (2) to thermostat and housing. Connect hose clamps (1) at thermostat housing. Install radiator hose tube mounting bolt (3).
- Install generator and attaching bolts.CAUTION: Before removing plug in oil pan, clean residual coolant from area.
- Remove plug in oil pan and install engine oil dipstick tube.
- Reconnect AC clutch and AC pressure sensor connectors.
- Reconnect generator connectors.
- Raise vehicle on hoist.
- Install accessory drive belts. See Cooling/Accessory Drive/BELT, Serpentine - Installation .
- Install belt splash shield and right front wheel.
- Lower vehicle.
- Reconnect negative battery cable.
- Fill cooling system. See Cooling - Standard Procedure .