1. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .



2. Remove the thermo element retainer.
3. Remove the thermo element.

Tools Required

J 34094-A Thermo Element Height Gage

1. Use the J 34094-A to set the thermo pin.
2. Install a new element plate.
3. Install the pin washer.
4. Use the J 34094-A to set the height of the pin furthest from the accumulator.



5. Install the thermo element.
6. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .