Accent L L4-1495cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (2001)
Thermostat: Service and Repair
DISASSEMBLY AND INSPECTION
1. Drain the coolant down to thermostat level or below.
2. Remove the coolant outlet fitting and gasket.
3. Remove the thermostat.
4. Immerse the thermostat in hot coolant to check proper valve opening temperature. Replace if necessary.
Valve opening temperature: 82°C (177°F)
Full opening temperature: 95°C (205°F)
Valve lift (at full open): 8 mm (0.32 inch) or more
REASSEMBLY
1. Check that the flange of the thermostat is correctly seated in the socket of the thermostat housing. If the thermostat is installed in the wrong
direction, the bottom of the thermostat will touch the rib inside the intake manifold, making it impossible for the thermostat to operate properly.
2. Install a new gasket and the coolant outlet fitting.
3. Refill the system with clean coolant.
