
COOLANT RECOVERY SYSTEM (CRS)
This system works in conjunction with the pres-
sure cap to utilize thermal expansion and contraction
of the coolant to keep the coolant free of trapped air.
It provides a volume for expansion and contraction,
provides a convenient and safe method for checking
coolant level and adjusting level at atmospheric pres-
sure without removing the pressure cap. It also pro-
vides some reserve coolant to cover minor leaks and
evaporation
or
boiling
losses.
All
vehicles
are
equipped with this system (Fig. 5).
See Coolant Level Check Service, Deaeration and
Pressure Cap sections for operation and service.
Vehicles equipped with the electric monitor system
use a level sensor in the CRS tank, see Group 8E
Electrical for service.
ENGINE THERMOSTATS
The 2.4L engine thermostat is located on the front
of the engine (radiator side) in the thermostat hous-
ing/engine outlet connector (Fig. 6). The thermostat
has a air bleed located in the flange and a O-ring
with a locating dimple incorporate on it. There is a
relief in the cylinder head for locating the air bleed.
The 2.5L engine thermostat is located in a thermo-
stat housing, located below the throttle body. This
thermostat has an air bleed valve, located in the
thermostat flange (Fig. 7).
WATER PUMP
The water pump body is made of aluminum with a
steel impeller. The water pump is bolted to the front
of the block, and driven by the timing belt. The water
pump is the heart of the cooling system, pumping the
coolant through the engine block, cylinder head,
heater core, and radiator.
NOTE: The water pump on all models can be
replaced without discharging the air conditioning
system.
WATER PUMP—2.5L ENGINE
The 2.5L pump bolts directly to the engine block,
using a gasket for pump to block sealing (Fig. 8). The
pump is serviced as a unit.
Fig. 5 Coolant Recovery System
TO CRS BOTTLE
2.4L ENGINE
TO CRS BOTTLE
2.0L ENGINE
RIGHT FRAME RAIL
VIEW V
SCREWS (2)
4.6 N·m
(40 in. lbs.)
FWD
TO ENGINE
COOLANT RECOVERY SYS-
TEM (CRS) BOTTLE
2.5L ENGINE
Fig. 6 Thermostat and Engine Outlet Connector—
2.4L Engine
Fig. 7 Thermostat, Housing and Inlet Elbow—2.5L
Engine
THERMOSTAT
HOUSING
VENT
INSTALLED
UPWARD
THERMOSTAT
COOLANT INLET ELBOW
7 - 4
COOLING SYSTEM
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