2016 – MX-5 – Engine

THERMOSTAT INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]

1. Remove the thermostat. (See THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0].)

2. Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.

3. 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.

4. 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

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