Is there any tricks to ease the removal of the thermostat?
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From: Ashburn, VA
2004 C32, 2006 Honda CBR1000RR, 2007 Harley NightRod, 2013 Harley Road Glide Custom
Is there any tricks to ease the removal of the thermostat?
I like doing my own work when I can. Looking at the front appears a pulley is in the way (must be removed) and the screw closest to what looks like the oil filter housing, might be a challenge to remove. Any tips? Yes, I snooped around but did not see much for the C32, only the other C class. Thanks all.
Bob
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2003 C32 AMG
Your correct the pulley needs to be removed. Remove the belt and the pulley, and use an 8mm 1/4 deep socket w/ an extension and you can reach the two bolts holding the thermostat on... kind of a pain to do the first time but its pretty straight forward.
I normally use loctite on the pulley bolt when re-installing, but thats just me.
I normally use loctite on the pulley bolt when re-installing, but thats just me.
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From: Ashburn, VA
2004 C32, 2006 Honda CBR1000RR, 2007 Harley NightRod, 2013 Harley Road Glide Custom
Your correct the pulley needs to be removed. Remove the belt and the pulley, and use an 8mm 1/4 deep socket w/ an extension and you can reach the two bolts holding the thermostat on... kind of a pain to do the first time but its pretty straight forward.
I normally use loctite on the pulley bolt when re-installing, but thats just me.
I normally use loctite on the pulley bolt when re-installing, but thats just me.
Bob
