- New thermostat
- Wrench set
- Screwdriver
- Coolant
- Funnel
- Rags
- Safety glasses
Instructions:
1. Park your vehicle in a safe location and turn off the engine. Allow it to cool down completely.
2. Locate the thermostat housing. The thermostat housing is usually located on the front of the engine, near the top. It is a round or oval-shaped housing with a hose connected to it.
3. Place a drain pan under the thermostat housing. This will catch any coolant that spills.
4. Use a screwdriver to loosen the hose clamp on the thermostat housing. Remove the hose and drain the coolant from the engine into the drain pan.
5. Use a wrench to loosen the bolts holding the thermostat housing in place. Remove the thermostat housing.
6. Remove the old thermostat from the housing. Be careful not to drop the thermostat.
7. Install the new thermostat in the housing. Make sure that the thermostat is installed in the correct orientation. The thermostat should have a small arrow pointing towards the engine.
8. Reinstall the thermostat housing and bolts. Tighten the bolts until they are snug.
9. Reconnect the hose to the thermostat housing. Tighten the hose clamp until it is snug.
10. Add new coolant to the engine. Fill the coolant reservoir until it is full.
11. Start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Check for any leaks.
12. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down. Recheck the coolant level and add more if necessary.
Your thermostat is now replaced and your engine should be running properly.
