Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
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Place a thread so that it is caught in the valve of the thermostat. Immerse fully in a container filled with water. Heat while stirring.
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The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the valve opens and falls from the thread.
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Continue heating. Check the full-open lift amount.
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After checking the full-open lift amount, lower the water temperature and check the valve closing temperature.
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If valve seating at ordinary room temperature, or measured values are out of standard, replace water inlet and thermostat assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal, paying attention to the following.
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Do not spill engine coolant in engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
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Check for leaks of engine coolant.
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Start and warm up engine. Visually check for leaks of engine coolant.
