3.8L Engine

Fig 1: THERMOSTAT - 3.8L

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1 - THERMOSTAT HOUSING

2 - THERMOSTAT

Position thermostat (2) in thermostat housing (1).

Fig 2: THERMOSTAT HOUSING - 3.8L

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1 - MOUNTING BOLT

2 - THERMOSTAT HOUSING

3 - THROTTLE BODY ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

Install thermostat housing and thermostat assembly on intake manifold. Tighten bolts (1) to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
Install the radiator upper hose to thermostat housing (2).
Connect throttle body electrical connector (3).
Refill the cooling system to the proper level. See Cooling - Standard Procedure
Connect negative battery cable.
Install air filter housing. Refer to Engine/Air Intake System/BODY, Air Cleaner - Installation .