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COOLING SYSTEM [L3 WITH TC] 01-12–11 01-12 THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC] id011239801200 Warning • Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot • Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while • When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. TC].) 5. Remove the drive belt. (See 01-10-3 DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3 WITH TC].) 14-21 POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.) 7. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 10. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See 01-12-6 ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION[L3 End Of Sie THERMOSTAT INSPECTION[L3 WITH TC] id011239801300 1. Inspect the thermostat for the following. Warning • During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water. • The valve should not open under normal temperature. • Opening temperature and valve lift — If there is a malfunction, replace the thermostat. Thermostat initial-opening temperature 80— 84 °C {176— 183 °F} Thermostat full-open temperature 97 °C {207 °F} Thermostat full-open lift More than 8.0 mm {0.31 in} 1 Water hose 2 Lower radiator hose 3 Thermostat component 4 Gasket 4 1 2 R N·m {kgf·cm, in·lbf} 8.0—11.5 8.0—11.5 3 acxuuw00002011 1871-1U-06B(01-12).fm 11 ページ 2006年3月15日 水曜日 午前10時43分 |