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Cooling System: Thermostat: Inspection

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  1. Heat the thermostat as shown in the illustration.
  2. Check that the valve operates properly.
  3. Verify the temperature at which the valve begins to open.

Valve opening temperature : 80 ~ 84°C (176 ~ 183.2°F)

Full opening temperature : 95°C (203°F)

Fig 1: Checking Thermostat Opening Temperature
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