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Where is the thermostat located ? I'm looking for the two bleed valves.

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Follow the upper radiator hose from the radiator towards the engine. the thermostat is behind the aluminum tube/neck that connects to the upper hose. there should be a gold bleed valve in this piece. the other bleed valve is on the opposite side of the engine- passenger side- near the water pump

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Fig. Thermostat and housing-2.0L




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Fig. Air bleed valve (1) and thermostat housing (2) 2.7L-engine


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