INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT THERMOSTAT
HINT:
The valve opening temperature is inscribed on the thermostat.
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(a) Immerse the thermostat in water, and then gradually heat the water. |
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(b) Check that the valve of the thermostat opens at the specified temperature.
Standard valve opening temperature:
80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
If the valve does not open as specified, replace the thermostat.
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(c) Check the valve lift. Standard valve lift: 10 mm (0.394 in.) or more at 95°C (203°F) If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat. |
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(d) Check that the valve is fully closed when the thermostat is at a low temperature (below 77°C (171°F)).
If the valve is not fully closed, replace the thermostat.
Removal
InstallationRemoval
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE UPPER BACK WINDOW PANEL TRIM
2. REMOVE BACK DOOR PANEL TRIM ASSEMBLY
3. DISCONNECT POWER BACK DOOR ROD (w/ Power Back Door)
4. REMOVE BACK DOOR TRIM COVER LH (w/o Power Back Door)
5. REMOVE BACK DOOR TRIM COVER LH ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY
HINT:
Refer to the instructions for Removal of the brake booster assembly (See page
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2. REMOVE HEADLIGHT LEVELING ECU ASSEMBLY (w/ HID Headlight System)
3. REMOVE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
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Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. PRECAUTION FOR DISCONNECTING CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize
the following system after the terminal is reconnected:
System Name
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