Engine Coolant Thermostat: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
DO NOT REMOVE PRESSURE CAP WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR.
- Disconnect negative cable from remote jumper terminal.
- Drain cooling system (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING ).
- Raise vehicle on hoist.
- Disconnect electrical connectors from engine oil and power steering pressure switches.
- Disconnect radiator and heater hoses from thermostat housing.
- Remove thermostat housing bolts (Figure ).
- Remove housing, thermostat, and gasket.
NOTE:
The OEM thermostat is staked in place at the factory. To ensure proper seating of replacement thermostat, carefully remove the bulged metal from the thermostat housing using a suitable hand held grinder. It is not necessary to restake the replacement thermostat into the thermostat housing.