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OIL SYSTEM – MAINTENANCE AND PRACTICES
3. THERMOSTATIC VALVE REPLACEMENT
Tools
Procedure
Additional info &
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ENSURE THAT ENGINE IS OFF AND COOL BEFORE OPERATING
MAINTENANCE ON THE THERMOSTATIC VALVE.
Set electric MASTER switch OFF
Remove the screws that fix metallic cover to the
hose
Unscrew and remove all hoses connected to the
valve
Remove the screws that fix thermostatic valve sup-
port to the hose
Hold firmly the valve by
hand during removal
Unscrew and disconnect valve from support; re-
place it if needed.
Remove safety wire.
Note which side of the valve
is attached to its support.
Attach the new/overhauled unit to the support by
valve bolts