Cooling System (Mechanical): Thermostat: Installation

PLACE THERMOSTAT IN WATER INLET HOUSING
1. Install a new gasket to the thermostat.
2. Insert the thermostat into the water inlet housing with the jiggle valve facing straight upward.
  NOTE: The jiggle valve may be set within 30° of either side of the prescribed position.
  
  Fig 1: Aligning Thermostat Jiggle Valve
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INSTALL WATER INLET
Install the water inlet with the 3 nuts.

Torque: 19 N.m (195 kgf.cm, 14 ft.lbf)
FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT (See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING )
START ENGINE AND CHECK FOR ENGINE COOLANT LEAKS
INSTALL AIR CLEANER INLET

Fig 2: Installing Water Inlet
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