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vic 4/28/2011
2006 Mini Cooper S 4Cyl1.6L - Engine
how do you change the thermostat
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  • Spoon Sports
    Spoon Sports 4/30/2011
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    Removing And Installing/replacing Coolant Thermostat (COOPER S)


    Work on the cooling system should only be carried out when the engine has cooled down.

    Remove coolant pressure cap from expansion tank.

    Remove intake filter housing.

    Drain coolant.

    Remove MAP sensor connector

    Remove MAP sensor bracket bolts.

    Thermostat to cylinder head

    M6 12 Nm

    Remove heater hose.

    Remove top hose from thermostat housing.

    Remove retaining bolt and remove thermosta housing.

    Remove thermostat and gasket from housing.

    Note:
    Direction of installation.

    Replace gasket and thermostat if necessary.

    1. Thermostat to seal locating lugs.
    2. Basic location of thermostat to seal lug. Refill coolant.
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