Step | Action | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you review the Symptoms-Engine Cooling Diagnosis information and perform the necessary inspections? | Go to Step 2 | |
2 | Verify that the engine does not reach normal operating temperature. Does the engine reach normal operating temperature? | System OK | Go to Step 3 |
3 | Inspect the coolant level. Is the coolant level below the add mark? | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 |
4 |
Did you complete the repair? | System OK | Go to Step 5 |
5 | Inspect for a stuck open, missing, or wrong type of thermostat. Refer to Thermostat Diagnosis . Is the thermostat operating properly? | System OK | Go to Step 6 |
6 | Install the correct replacement thermostat . Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | System OK | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Run the engine in order to verify the repair. Does the engine fail to reach normal operating temperature? | Go to Step 1 | System OK |