NO.14 COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-RUNS COLD [WL-3]


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Cooling system concerns—runs cold
DESCRIPTION
•  Engine does not reach normal operating temperature.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Thermostat malfunction
•  Cooling fan system malfunction

Diagnostic procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

ACTION

1
•  Is the customer complaint “Lack of passenger compartment heat” only?
Yes
Inspect the A/C and heater system.
No
Go to the next step.
2
•  Does the engine speed continue at fast idle?
Yes
Go to symptom troubleshooting "NO.6 SLOW RETURN TO IDLE/FAST IDLE."
No
Go to the next step.
3
•  Remove the thermostat and inspect operation.
•  Is the thermostat normal?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Replace the thermostat.
4
•  Verify the test results. If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.