How to carry out replacement: Thermostat 1.2 16V (F08, F68) Opel Corsa B
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How to change engine thermostat on VAUXHALL Corsa Mk II (C) Hatchback (X01) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Thermostat on your VAUXHALL CORSA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Engine thermostat : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). Tools you need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Torque wrench
Drive socket # E8
Torx bit T20
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Clic-R collar pliers
Seal scraper
Flat Screwdriver
Funnel
Fluid container
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Check the condition of the coolant every time you replace the thermostat. Change the coolant if necessary.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the air distribution housing assembly. Use Torx T20.
  2. Step 4
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    Remove the air distribution housing assembly.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the engine cover fastener. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  4. Step 6
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    Unscrew the oil filler plug.
  5. Step 7
    Remove the oil filler cap.
    Step 8
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    Cover the oil filler opening with a microfibre towel to prevent dirt and foreign objects from getting into the system.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the engine cover.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  7. Step 10
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    Remove the microfibre towel from the oil filler opening.
  8. Step 11
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    Install the oil filler cap.
  9. Step 12
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    Unscrew the coolant reservoir cap.
  10. Step 13
    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Step 14
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    Clean the coolant drain plug. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  11. Step 15
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    Prepare a container for fluids.
  12. Step 16
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    Open the coolant drain tap. Use a flat screwdriver.
  13. Step 17
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    Drain the coolant from the engine.
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Caution! The coolant can be very hot.Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
  14. Step 18
    Wait until the coolant has completely flowed out of the drain hole.
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    Close the coolant drain tap. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 20
    Lower the car.
    Step 21
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    Loosen the coolant hose clamp. Use clic-R collar pliers.
  16. Step 22
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    Detach the coolant hose. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Caution! Coolant may leak out of the coolant lines and thermostat housing.
  17. Step 23
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    Loosen the coolant hose clamp. Use clic-R collar pliers.
  18. Step 24
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    Detach the coolant hose.
    Replacement: engine thermostat – VAUXHALL CORSA Mk II (C) (W5L, F08). AUTODOC recommends:
    Caution! Coolant may leak out of the coolant lines and thermostat housing.
  19. Step 25
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    Cover the open end of the coolant hose with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the system.
  20. Step 26
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    Unscrew the thermostat housing fasteners. Use a drive socket #Е8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 27
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    Remove the thermostat housing.
  22. Step 28
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    Remove the rubber strip.
  23. Step 29
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    Cover the mounting seat of the thermostat housing with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the system.
  24. Step 30
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    Clean the mounting seats of the thermostat housing. Use a seal scraper. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  25. Step 31
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    Remove the microfibre cloth from the mounting seat of the thermostat housing.
  26. Step 32
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    Install the rubber strip.
  27. Step 33
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    Install a new thermostat housing.
  28. Step 34
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    Screw in the thermostat housing fasteners. Use a drive socket #Е8. Use a ratchet wrench.
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