Thermostat Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
- Place the thermostat and a thermometer in water.WARNING:
- During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and they can badly burn. Do not touch the thermostat and water directly.
- Heat the water and check the following.
- If not as specified, replace the thermostat.
HEATING WATER SPECIFICATIONCondition Specification initial-opening temperature (°C {°F}) 84-88 {184-190} Full-open temperature (°C {°F}) 99 {210} Full-open lift (mm {in}) Above 7.3 {0.29}