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THERMOSTAT INSPECTION [L8, LF, L3, L3 Turbo]

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1. Visually inspect that the thermostat valve is closed.

2. Place the thermostat and a thermometer in water.

  Warning

  • During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water directly.

3. Heat the water and inspect the following.

  • If not as specified, replace the thermostat.

Thermostat initial-opening temperature

  80-84 °C {176-183 °F}

Thermostat full-open temperature

  97 °C {206 °F}

Thermostat full-open lift

  More than 8.0 mm {0.31 in}