Thermo-time switch - removal and refitting

Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.

2 Drain the cooling system as described in Chapter 1.

3 Raise the front of the car and support it on axle stands (see “Jacking and Vehicle Support”).

4 Disconnect the wiring multi-plug from the thermo-time switch located on the inlet manifold intermediate flange and accessible from under the car (see illustration).

18.4 Thermo-time switch (A) and temperature sensor (B) on the KE-Jetronic
18.4 Thermo-time switch (A) and temperature sensor (B) on the KE-Jetronic system (viewed from under the car)

5 Unscrew the unit and remove it from its location.

Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal. Refill the cooling system as described in Chapter 1.

    See also:

    Diagram 4a: 1984-86 KE-Jetronic fuel injection
    Diagram 4a: 1984-86 KE-Jetronic fuel injection For starting and charging circuits see Diagram 1 ...

    Multi-function lever
    Windshield wiper: For intermittent wiping, move the control down one position and rotate the wiper switch to the desired position. For low speed wiping, move the control down two positio ...

    Seat belt check (Every 6000 miles or 6 months)
    1 Periodically check the belts for fraying or other damage. If evident, renew the belt. 2 If the belts become dirty, wipe them with a damp cloth using a little detergent only. 3 Check the tightnes ...