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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Thermostat Removal/Installation

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Thermostat Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
  • Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they can cause severe burns or serious injury.
  1. Remove the battery cover.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the under cover and splash shield as a single unit.
  4. Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT .)
  5. Position the coolant reserve tank out of the way.
  6. Remove the plug hole plate. (See PLUG HOLE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  7. Position the drive belt out of the way. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .)
  8. Remove the drive belt tensioner. (See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  9. Remove in the order indicated in the figures.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Thermostat (Legend)
    G00972680Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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