Coolant THERMOVALVE

1991 Mazda RX-7 Base, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Coolant THERMOVALVE
  1. Remove coolant thermovalve from throttle body. Place coolant thermovalve in container of water.
  2. Heat water gradually and note temperature at which air will pass through proper port location of valve. See COOLANT THERMOVALVE SPECIFICATIONS  table. Temperature of air passage must be within specification.
COOLANT THERMOVALVE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Air Passage Through Valve Ports
Non-Turbo
A/T
Greater Than 154°F (68°C) Center To Bottom
Less Than 154°F (68°C) Center To Top
M/T
Greater Than 171°F (77°C) (1)
Less Than 171°F (77°C) Top To Bottom
Turbo
Greater Than 140°F (60°C) (1)
Less Than 140°F (60°C) Top To Bottom
(1) From top port out through top center area of valve.
RENDER: 1.0x

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