Cooling System: Thermostat: Reassembly

2003 Hyundai Accent GL, 2D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Reassembly
  1. Check that the flange of the thermostat is correctly seated in the socket of the thermostat housing.
  2. Install a new gasket and the coolant inlet fitting.
  3. Refill the system with clean coolant.
    1. Tightening torqueΒ 
    2. Coolant temperature sensor:
    3. 25-30 N.m (250-300 kg.cm, 18-22 lb.ft)
RENDER: 1.0x

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