2004 Subaru XT Thermostat replacement

Hi Forester1135Mo,

Here are the procedures.

THERMOSTAT
REMOVAL

1. Set the vehicle on a lift.

2. Lift-up the vehicle.

3. Remove the under cover.

4. Drain the engine coolant completely.

5. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose from thermostat cover. (Non-turbo model)

6. Disconnect the radiator outlet hose. (Turbo model)

7. Remove the thermostat cover and gasket, and pull out the thermostat.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the thermostat in the water pump, and then install the thermostat cover together with a gasket.

NOTE:
"Â When installing the thermostat, use a new gasket.
"Â The thermostat must be installed with the jiggle pin (A) facing to front side.

Tightening torque: 6.5 N.m (0.66 kgf-m, 4.8 ft-lb)

Fill engine coolant.

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