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Checking map-controlled engine cooling thermostatF265

Checking map-controlled engine cooling thermostat -F265-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

t	Hand-held multimeter -V.A.G 1526 B-

t	Measuring leads -V.A.G 1594 C-

t	Assembly tool -T10118-

Test requirement

l	Engine cold

Testing internal resistance of heating element

–	Unplug electrical connector -arrow- at map-controlled engine cooling thermostat -F265- using assembly tool -T10118-.

–	Connect a test lead with suitable 2-pin connector to thermostat contacts.

–	Connect multimeter to test lead (resistance test range).

l	Specification: 14 ... 16 Ω at 25°C.

If specification is not obtained:

–	Renew thermostat → Chapter.

Function test of thermostat

–	Remove map-controlled engine cooling thermostat -F265- → Chapter.

–	Check the thermostat when cold.

l	The large valve head -arrow- must seal off the connection flange all the way round.

If not:

–	Renew thermostat → Chapter.

–	Connect the contacts of the thermostat with a battery using test leads from -V.A.G 1594 C-.

–	Using pliers, carefully place the thermostat vertically into a pot of boiling water up to the flange.

Note

t	The electric heating element now additionally heats the wax in the thermostat.

t	Do not expose thermostat to air during test to prevent expansion element from being damaged.

–	Check whether the minimum travel of -a- = 7 mm is attained after 10 minutes.

If minimum travel is attained:

–	Disconnect voltage supply from battery.

If the minimum travel is not attained:

–	Renew thermostat → Chapter.

–	Interrogate and, if necessary, erase the fault memory for the engine control unit, as faults are stored when the connector is unplugged → Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051.

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