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Yanmar 6LY2-STE — Thermostat testing

Maintenance

For the Yanmar 6LY2-STE, from the Yanmar service manual.

Applies to: Yanmar 6LY2-STE, Yanmar 6LY2-STE/6LY2A-STP/6LYA-STP engine

Procedure

  1. Put thermostat in breaker with fresh water.
  2. Heat on electric stove.
  3. Check starts to open between 69.5~72.5°C.
  4. Check opens 8 mm or more at 85°C.
  5. Replace if not functioning normally.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Open 69.5~72.5°C
  • Lift 8 mm at 85°C

Full service-parts list: Yanmar 6LY2-STE →

Source: Yanmar 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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