REMOVAL

3.8L

1. Drain cooling system down below the thermostat level. (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
2. Remove radiator upper hose from coolant outlet connector
3. Remove coolant outlet connector bolts and connector.
4. Remove thermostat from outlet connector.
5. Discard gasket and clean both gasket sealing surfaces.

NOTE: The thermostat is not serviced separately. The thermostat and housing must be replaced as an assembly.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove engine cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE COVER - REMOVAL) .
3. Partially drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
4. Disconnect upper radiator hose and bypass hoses at thermostat housing (2) .
5. Remove thermostat housing retaining bolts, support bracket and housing from cylinder head, discard gasket.