INSPECTION
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14 -ENGINE COOLING > THERMOSTAT > THERMOSTAT INSPECTION
 
 
THERMOSTAT CHECK
 
1. Immerse the thermostat in water, and heat the water while stirring. Check the thermostat valve opening temperature.
  • Standard value: 82 ± 1.5°C
 
2. Check that the amount of valve lift is at the standard value when the water is at the full-opening temperature.
noteMeasure the valve height when the thermostat is fully closed, and use this measurement to compare the valve height when the thermostat is fully open.
Standard value:
  • Full-opening temperature: 95°C
  • Amount of valve lift: 8.5 mm or more