Thermostat Inspection [L5]
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the thermostat for the following.WARNING:
- During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
- The valve should not open under normal temperature.
- Opening temperature and valve lift
- If there is a malfunction, replace the thermostat.
Thermostat initial-opening temperature
80-84°C {176-183°F}
Thermostat full-open temperature
97°C {207°F}
Thermostat full-open lift
More than 8.0 mm {0.31 in}