THERMOSTAT CONSTRUCTION/OPERATION[AJ (3.0L Duratec)]


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Construction

•  A wax-type thermostat with a jiggle-valve has been adopted.
•  Stainless steel has been adopted on the thermostat body for excellent corrosion resistance.

Operation

•  When the engine coolant temperature reaches 84—88 °C {184—190 °F}, the valve starts opening to allow engine coolant to flow from the radiator stabilizing the engine coolant temperature. When the engine coolant temperature decreases to approx. 83 °C {181 °F}, the valve closes to stop the engine coolant flow from the radiator.
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