Inspection After Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures. It should seat tightly.
- Check valve operation.THERMOSTAT STANDARD REFERENCE CHART
Thermostat Standard Valve opening temperature 80.5 - 83.5°C (177 - 182°F) Maximum valve lift 8.6 mm / 95°C (0.339 in / 203°F) Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F) - If the malfunctioning condition, when valve seating at ordinary room temperature, or measured values are out of the standard, replace water inlet and thermostat assembly.