Jack up front. Remove lower shield behind front bumper. Drain coolant from radiator "screw" on lower passenger side.
Remove battery. If there is a pad under the battery lift it up.
Remove the small curved hose that goes from the thermostat housing to the front pipe that runs across. This will give you room, and allow the thermostat to be changed. Remove the connector from the auto trans, and tuck out of the way.
Remove the belt and tensioner. Gives you room.
If you are just planning to replace the front pump, you can then remove all the bolts. Use a 1/4" drive and deep socket. Check the cone. If not tight, replace complete housing. Check other posts for more tips. Good luck.
Al
