Engine Cooling System: Thermostat: Installation

2005 Toyota Celica GT-S, StandardSECTION Installation
  1. PLACE THERMOSTAT IN CYLINDER BLOCK 
    1. Install a new gasket to the thermostat.
    2. Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve upward.

    HINT:

    The jiggle valve may be set within 10° of either side of the prescribed position.

    Fig 1: Placing Thermostat In Cylinder Block
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  2. INSTALL WATER INLET 

    Install the water inlet with the 2 nuts.

    Torque: 10 N.m (100 kgf.cm, 7 ft.lbf) 

  3. INSTALL GENERATOR AND DRIVE BELT 

    (See  INSTALLATION  ) 

  4. FILL WITH ENGINE COOLANT 
  5. START ENGINE, AND CHECK FOR COOLANT LEAKS 
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