Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781133612315
Author: Jack Erjavec, Rob Thompson
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 14, Problem 14RQ
Which of the following is not a true statement about thermostats?
- Faulty thermostats are often the cause of air pockets in the coolant passages.
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Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (MindTap Course List)
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