Thermostat Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the thermostat. (See THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
- Place the thermostat in water.WARNING:
- During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
- Heat the water and check the following:
- Opening temperature and valve lift
- If there is a malfunction, replace the thermostat.
Thermostat initial-opening temperature
- 86.5-89.5 °C {188-193 °F}
Thermostat full-open temperature
- TypeA: 95 °C {203 °F}
- TypeB: 100 °C {212 °F}
Thermostat full-open lift
- TypeA: 8.5-11 mm {0.34-0.43 in}
- TypeB: 8.5 mm {0.33 in} or more
- Opening temperature and valve lift