- Child's Play
- Mother-In-Laws Do It
- Tricky at Times
- Instructions Required
- You'll Be Here for a
few hours
  • Thermostat
  • Thermostat gasket
  • RTV sealant
  • Coolant

  • 3/8 socket set
  • 3/8 ratchet
  • 3/8 extension
  • 3/8 u-joint
  • set of combination wrenches
  • serpentine belt tool
    (loan-a-tool program)

With strong winds, snow and cold temperatures, it's important to make sure your vehicle is in top shape to face the harsh winter weather. From replacing your blower motor to replacing the thermostat in your car the PartSource Parts Pros are here to help.

Make Safety Your Top Priority

Every vehicle is different. When it comes to maintenance and repairs, always follow the vehicle's owner's manual. Don't work with a Philips when the job calls for a flat. Substituting tools can compromise your safety or your vehicle's performance.

Safety should be your number one priority. Don't smoke, drink alcoholic beverages, or wear a necktie while working on the car. And watch out for hot objects, sharp instruments, hazardous materials and other potential safety hazards in and around your workspace.

Finally, when the fun turns to frustration or if the job requires specialized knowledge beyond your abilities, seek the assistance of a Parts Pro, professional mechanic or installer. The last thing we want is someone getting hurt.



Removal

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the engine under cover from the right hand side.
Drain the coolant.
Remove the serpentine belt.
Disconnect the wire clamp from the wire clip on the rectifier end frame.
Remove the rubber end cap and nut.
Disconnect the alternator wire.
Disconnect the alternator connector.
Remove the alternator mounting bolts.
Remove the alternator assembly.
Remove the water outlet bolts.
Remove the water outlet.
Remove the thermostat.
Remove and clean the old gasket and any sealant from the water outlet housing.


Installation

Install new thermostat gasket.
Install the new thermostat.
Install the water outlet.
Torque water outlet bolts to 11 N.m or 8ft.lbs.
Install the alternator.
Torque 12mm head bolt to 25 N.m or 18ft.lbs.
Torque 14mm head bolt to 54 N.m or 39ft.lbs.
Add coolant.


While your @ it

  • You may want to change your serpentine belt
  • Do a coolant system flush