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Removal And Installation

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Fig 1: Removal And Installation-Water Control Valve
G02032447Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  1. Release fuel pressure.

    Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .

  2. Remove undercover.
  3. Remove suspension member stay.
  4. Drain coolant from radiator.
  5. Remove engine cover.
  6. Remove air duct with air cleaner assembly.
  7. Disconnect hoses, harness and so on.
  8. Remove upper intake manifold corrector.
  9. Remove intake manifold corrector support bolts.
  10. Remove lower intake manifold corrector.
  11. Disconnect injector harness connectors.
  12. Remove injector tube.
  13. Remove intake manifold.
  14. Remove water outlet housing and water control valve.
  15. Install water control valve and water outlet housing.
    1. Install gum ring to thermostat.
      2. Fig 2: Installing Gum Ring To Thermostat
      G02032448Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    2. Point the arrow on the upper surface of the valve to the front of the engine, and also be sure to install the protrusions and the valve stopper so that they are aligned in a straight line.
  16. Reinstall any removed parts in reverse order of removal.
    • When installing intake manifold, injector tube and intake manifold collectors, refer to  TIGHTENING PROCEDURES  .
    • After installation, run engine for a few minutes, and check for leaks  .
    • Be careful not to spill coolant over engine compartment. Use a rag to absorb coolant. 
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