Thermostat Inspection


  1. INSPECT THERMOSTAT

Thermostat -- Inspection



1. INSPECT THERMOSTAT


Land Cruiser, Land Cruiser Prado. Grj150 Trj150,155 Kdj150,155 Lj150, Gdj150,155
HINT:
The valve opening temperature is inscribed on the thermostat.


    Land Cruiser, Land Cruiser Prado. Grj150 Trj150,155 Kdj150,155 Lj150, Gdj150,155.2Tr-Fe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Inspection

  1. Immerse the thermostat in water, and then gradually heat the water.

  1. Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.

    Standard valve opening temperature:
    80 to 84°C (176 to 183°F)
    If the valve opening temperature is not as specified, replace the thermostat.


    Land Cruiser, Land Cruiser Prado. Grj150 Trj150,155 Kdj150,155 Lj150, Gdj150,155.2Tr-Fe Cooling.Cooling System.Thermostat Inspection

  1. Check the valve lift.

    Standard valve lift:
    10.0 mm (0.394 in.) or more at 95°C (203°F)
    Text in Illustration
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    		Valve Lift
    If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the thermostat.

  1. Check that the valve is fully closed when the thermostat is at low temperatures (below 77°C (171°F)).
    If not fully closed, replace the thermostat.