Coolant Circulation

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Coolant Circulation
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While the engine is warmed up (thermostat closed), coolant circulates as follows.

Fig 1: Coolant Circulation Diagram
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When coolant is warmed up to normal temperature and the thermostat opens, coolant passes through the radiator core to be cooled as follows.

Fig 2: Coolant Circulation - Coolant Warmed Position
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