Thermostat Inspection
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- Check if the thermostat bypass valve is stuck in the open position or if the correct type of thermostat was installed.
- Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat
Specification:
Valve opening temperature: 93 to 97°C (199.4 to 206.6°F)/Full opening temperature: 110°C (230°F)
- Is the thermostat in normal condition?
Good
- Go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.
No Good
- Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
- If problem still occurs, replace thermostat and then go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.