Remove
- 1. Remove cap from coolant expansion tank
- 2. Raise vehicle
Important. Observe the relevant environmental regulations when disposing of used coolant.
- 3. Drain cooling system • Place collecting container below • Open radiator drain plug • Allow coolant to drain into collecting container • Close radiator drain plug • Remove collecting container
- 4. Lower vehicle
- 5. Disconnect hose (5) from mass air flow (MAF) meter (6) • Release clip
- 6. Disconnect harness connector (3) from MAF meter
- 7. Disconnect hose (1) from air cleaner assembly • Release from clip
- 8. Remove air cleaner assembly (2) from vehicle • Remove 2x bolt (4) • Release 2x locator from battery tray – Pull up
- 9. Disconnect harness connector (2) from engine control temperature (ECT) sensor (1) • Release lock
- 10. Remove ECT sensor from thermostat housing assembly
Install
- 11. Install new ECT sensor (1) to thermostat housing assembly • Apply suitable sealant to threads • Secure sensor 22 Nm
- 12. Connect harness connector (2) to ECT sensor • Secure lock
- 13. Install air cleaner assembly (2) to vehicle • Secure 2x locator to battery tray – Push on • Install 2x bolt (4)
- 14. Connect hose (1) to air cleaner assembly • Secure clip
- 15. Connect harness connector (3) to MAF meter
- 16. Connect hose (5) to mass air flow MAF meter (6) • Secure clip
Important. Only use coolant approved by the manufacturer and ensure a concentration of 50% water and 50% anti-freeze.
- 17. Fill coolant expansion tank with new coolant fluid up to maximum level mark
- 18. Install cap to coolant expansion tank
- 19. Start engine and allow it to run at idle speed until thermostat opens
Note. Cooling system bleeds itself automatically during the warm-up phase.
- 20. Switch off engine
- 21. Check and correct coolant fluid level