Chrysler Repair: thermostat, thermostat, intake manifold


Question
1997 town and country lx 3.3 where is and how do i replace the thermostat?

Answer
THERMOSTAT - 3.3/3.8L ENGINES
REMOVAL
Drain cooling system down below the thermostat level. Refer to Draining Cooling System in this group.
Remove thermostat housing bolts and housing Thermostat, Housing and Water box - 3.3/3.8L Engines
Remove thermostat, discard gasket and clean both gasket sealing surfaces.
INSTALLATION
Place a new gasket (dipped in water) on the thermostat housing surface, center thermostat into opening in the intake manifold water box.
Place housing and gasket over the thermostat, making sure thermostat is in the recess provided Thermostat, Housing and Water box - 3.3/3.8L Engines
Bolt housing to intake manifold, tighten bolts to 28 N·m (250 in. lbs.)
Refill the cooling system to the proper level. Refer to Refilling Cooling System outlined in this section for procedure.