A: To install a thermostat (2AZ-FE) drain coolant, remove water inlet, and displace old thermostat. The new one can be installed with a gasket, with the jiggle valve upwards. Connect the water inlet, tighten to 9.0 Nm and add coolant and verify leaks.
A: In order to remove the thermostat, begin by removing the No. 1 engine under cover.Empty the engine coolant, and separate the outlet radiator hose.Then drain the inlet water by untightening the two nuts and loosening it up.Lastly, remove the thermostat and the gasket.