Removal Procedure
Tools Required
J 38185 Hose Clamp
Pliers
- Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling
.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
in Engine Controls-4.6 L.
- Position the J 38185
to the clamp in order to remove the outlet radiator hose from the
thermostat housing.
- Remove the bolts securing the thermostat
housing to the water pump inlet.
- Remove the thermostat and the gasket
from the water pump housing.
Installation Procedure
- Install the thermostat and
a new gasket into the water pump housing.
- Install the thermostat housing.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the thermostat
housing bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Position the J 38185
to the clamp in order to connect the outlet radiator hose to the
thermostat housing.
- Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to
Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement
in Engine Controls-4.6 L.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling
.