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Thermostat, Engine Cooling|Description and Operation > < Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Removal|Page 2408
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Thermostat: Specifications

WARM-UP PHASE

Up to a coolant temperature of approximately 87° C (189° F), the main valve is closed and the bypass valve fully open.

PARTIAL-LOAD PHASE

The main valve begins to open at a coolant temperature of 86° C (189° F), and a small amount of coolant flows through the radiator.

FULL-LOAD PHASE

The main valve is fully open at a coolant temperature above 102° C (216° F).

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