Section 29 (Thermostat): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Toyota RAV4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect, causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even if the engine tends to overheat.

Drain Engine Coolant (See COOLANT )
Remove Drive Belt
Remove Generator (See GENERATOR )
Remove Water Inlet And Thermostat
1. Remove the 2 nuts and water inlet.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Water Inlet
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2. Remove the thermostat.
3. Remove the gasket from the thermostat.