3.0L Engine
VIN S Engine
- Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions section.
- Drain the cooling system.
- Remove or disconnect the following:
- Splash shield
- Lower heater hose
- Radiator lower tube bolt
- Radiator upper front tube bolt
- Air cleaner assembly
- Battery and tray
- Water pump belt
- Upper radiator hose
- Engine vent hose
- Transaxle 10 pin connector
- Radiator bypass hose assembly
- Thermostat housing
- A/C compressor brace, if equipped
- Water pump mounting nuts
- Connector hose
- Water pump
To install:
- Install or connect the following:
- Water pump
- Connector hose
- Water pump mounting nuts and tighten them to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
- A/C compressor brace, if equipped, and tighten the nuts to 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
- Thermostat housing
- Radiator bypass hose assembly
- Transaxle 10 pin connector
- Engine vent hose
- Upper radiator hose
- Water pump belt
- Battery and tray
- Air cleaner assembly
- Radiator upper front tube bolt
- Radiator lower tube bolt
- Lower heater hose
- Splash shield
2. Fill the cooling system.
3. Start the engine and check for leaks.
I removed the two bolts but could not get the housing off still. Any advice?
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