2001 Chrysler Concorde How to replace the thermostat

2001 CHRYSLER CONCORDE
113,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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Can you tell me how to replace the thermostat on a 2001 Chrysler Concorde?

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Nov 9, 2008 at 12:26 PM
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ZACKMAN
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This is for 2.7L motor. 3.2L should be very similar.

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Drain cooling system.
3. Remove alternator belt.
4. Jack up the car.
5. Remove alternator.
6. Remove radiator and heater hoses from thermostat housing.
7. Remove thermostat housing bolts, and remove thermostat and housing.

1. Clean gasket sealing surfaces.
2. Install thermostat and gasket into housing.
3. Install housing into block.
4. Connect radiator and heater hoses.
5. Install alternator.
6. Lower vehicle.
7. Install alternator belt.
8. Refill cooling system.
9. Connect battery cable.
Nov 12, 2008 at 8:47 PM
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