Toyota Celica 2005 Repair Manual page 1611

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2005 CELICA (RM1131U)
COOLING
INSPECTION
INSPECT THERMOSTAT
HINT:
The thermostat is numbered with the valve opening tempera-
ture.
P13560
(a) Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the
water.
(b) Check the valve opening temperature.
Valve opening temperature:
80.0 − 84.0°C (176 − 183°F)
If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the
thermostat.
P00436
(c) Check the valve lift.
Valve lift: 10 mm (0.39 in.) or more at 90°C (194°F)
If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.
(d) Check that the valve is fully closed when the thermostat
is at low temperatures (below 40°C (104°F)).
If not closed, replace the thermostat.
Valve Lift
P24125
− THERMOSTAT
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