Component Inspection

Component Inspection

1. Remove the thermostat and check the following items:
(1) Stuck or damaged
(2) Verify the temperature at which the valve is open
- Valve opening temperature : 82 °C (177 °F)
- Full opening temperature : 95 °C (205 °F)
2. Is the thermostat normal ?
YES
1) Clear DTC and Test-drive under enable conditions above-mentioned.
After the test, If this DTC is set, recheck it thoroughly. If not, it is intermittent fault, go to "Verification of vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO
1) Substitute with a known-good Thermostat and check for proper operation.
If the problem is corrected, Go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair"procedure.