Removal of the thermostat may have an adverse effect, causing
a reduction in cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat, even
if the engine tends to overheat.
1.
Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine And Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")
2.
Drain engine coolant.
(Refer to Cooling System - "Coolant")
3.
Disconnect the radiator lower hose (A).
4.
Remove the water inlet fitting (A) and the thermostat (B).
Troubleshooting
Trouble SymptomProbable CauseRemedyCoolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
Check the mounting bolts
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Check the torque of the mounting bolts
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Electric power steering
Power steering uses the motor to assist you in steering the vehicle. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative, the vehicle may still
be steered, but it will require ...