Removal And Installation
- Remove the thermostat housing. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
- Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 3.5L article.
- Remove the coolant tube.
- Discard the O-ring seal.
- Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the KS.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the new O-ring seal with clean engine coolant.