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The spring side goes toward the engine.
In a 2.5L the handle end faces up.
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The spring end faces towards the engine block and if the thermostat has a vent hole the hole is at the top of the thermostat
I am assuming you are talking about the thermostat. The spring end faces the block.
Spring side down (in water)
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It is Located Behindthebottom hose on the face of the water pump.Factory OEM recommends a 186 Degree Thermostat.
I added, and will answer the above question to help others not make the same mistake I just did when reading other Q&A Forums. I am not sure about any other vehicle other than my exact Make and Model, but here is the deal: I own a 2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited with a V6. The plastic belt cover says "3400 Four Cam 24" on it. Don't listen to anyone who tells you the thermostat housing is on the engine side of the top radiator hose. It is actually on the engine side of the bottom radiator hose. Just three 10mm nuts. Just make sure when replacing the thermostat you have the thermostat vent hole (on the thermostat face) in the 12 noon position. And replace the gasket of course. Good luck!!!
the thermostat should have the long part facing down
the kia sportage 2000 thermostat, they is a small open hole seats on the plate just like the one in the centre where does it face when u put the thermostat in the housing Generally the spring of the thermostat goes towards the engine block.