Hyundai Santa Fe: Thermostat. Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
Removal of the thermostat would have an adverse effect,
causing a lowering of cooling efficiency. Do not remove the thermostat,
even if the engine tends to overheat.
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| 1. |
Drain engine coolant so its level is below thermostat.
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| 2. |
Remove the radiator lower hose (A).
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| 3. |
Remove water inlet fitting (A), gasket (B) and thermostat
(C).
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| 4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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| 5. |
Fill the engine coolant.
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| 6. |
Start the engine and check for leaks.
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| 7. |
Recheck the coolant level.
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Inspection
| 1. |
Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat
the water.
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| 2. |
Check the valve opening temperature.
If the valve opening temperature is not as specified,
replace the thermostat.
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| 3. |
Check the valve lift.
If the valve lift is not as specified, replace the
thermostat.
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Water Temperature Control Assembly. Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2.
Loosen the drain plug and drain the engine coolant.
3.
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Thermostat. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
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