Inspection Procedure: Notes

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Visual inspection
1. Check the coolant level.
Thermostat check
1. After immersing the thermostat in water, heat the water slowly.
2. Check the temperature at which the valve opens.
  Specification: Valve open temperature: 90 ± 1.5°C (194 ±34.7°F)
  
  Valve opening temperature: 100°C (212°F)
3. Check the amount of valve opening.
Specification: 8 mm or more (100°C/212°F)

Good
- Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
- If no problems were found, replace the Thermostat and go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.
No Good
- Repair or replace as necessary and then, go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.