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Mitsubishi S4S-D — Inspection of Thermostat

Maintenance · Cooling system

For the Mitsubishi S4S-D, from the Mitsubishi service manual.

Applies to: Mitsubishi S4S-D, Mitsubishi S4S engine

Before you start

  • Stir the water in the container with a bar to ensure uniform temperature distribution.

Procedure

  1. Immerse the thermostat in a container filled with water.
  2. Heat the water while measuring the water temperature.
  3. Record the temperature at which the valve starts opening and at which valve lift becomes 9 mm or more.
  4. If temperatures are not within the standard range, replace the thermostat.

Specs & values

  • Valve opening: 76.5 +/- 1.5 C [169.7 +/- 2.7 F]
  • Valve lift 9 mm at approx 90 C [194 F]

Source: Mitsubishi service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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