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:

    Cargo area (P100 models) - removal and refitting
    Note: A suitable lifting crane and tackle will be required for this operation. Removal 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Remove the fuel filler cap, then drain the fuel tank. 3 Remove th ...

    Distributor cap and rotor arm (OHC models) - removal and refitting
    SOHC models 1 Disconnect the battery negative lead. 2 Where applicable, unclip the screening can from the top of the distributor and disconnect the earth strap (see illustration). 13.2 Unclippi ...

    Bulbs (exterior lamps) - renewal
    Headlamp 1 From within the engine compartment pull the multi-plug from the rear of the headlamp. 2 Remove the rubber gaiter and rotate the bulb securing clip or release the spring clip arms accor ...