1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant. (See
ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7]
.)
3. Remove the air cleaner and fresh air duct component. (See
INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
.)
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Refill the engine coolant. (See
ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZI-3.7]
.)
7. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See
ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZI-3.7]
.)
Fig. 15: Identifying Thermostat Cover, Thermostat & Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Install the thermostat into the thermostat case with the jiggle pin at the top.
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When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap
using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 ENGINE Cooling System (MZI-3.7) - Mazda CX-9
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