Section 7 (Cooling System): Engine: Thermostat: Installation: 3.6L
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CAUTION:
The Thermostat and housing is serviced as an assembly. Do not remove the thermostat from the housing. Damage to the thermostat may occur.
- Clean the mating surfaces of the timing chain cover and the thermostat housing (1).
- Install a NEW gasket on the thermostat housing.
- Install the thermostat housing (1) and tighten the bolts to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS GAS .
- Install the upper radiator hose to the thermostat housing (1).
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Install the air cleaner resonator. Refer to RESONATOR, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
- Install the engine cover.
- Connect the negative battery cable.
- Check the cooling system for leaks.