Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology
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ISBN: 9781337794213
Author: ERJAVEC, Jack.
Publisher: Cengage,
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Chapter 14, Problem 6MC

Which of the following is not a true statement about thermostats?

  1. Faulty thermostats are often the cause of air pockets in the coolant passages.

  • They can also cause an increase in fuel consumption and poor engine performance.
  • If the thermostat is stuck open, the coolant may not reach the desired temperature because it is cooled before it gets hot
  • If a thermostat is stuck closed, coolant will not flow between the engine and radiator and the engine will quickly overheat
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