Essential Cooling System Component: Thermostat

Under your vehicle’s hood lies an integral part of its cooling system: the Thermostat. Its purpose is to regulate your engine’s temperature, ensuring that it operates within an optimal range. The thermostat manages the flow of coolant from the engine to the radiator. When the engine has reached its operating temperature, the thermostat opens to allow coolant to pass through, thus preventing overheating.

How a Thermostat Operates

Responding to changes in engine temperature, this clever device opens and closes. Upon starting your car, the thermostat remains closed, allowing the engine to warm up quickly. Once the engine reaches the designated temperature, the thermostat’s valve opens due to the expansion of a wax pellet inside it, permitting coolant to flow through and maintain a consistent engine temperature.

Signs of a Faulty Thermostat

If your thermostat is malfunctioning, you might notice your engine overheating or underheating, which can lead to significant issues like decreased fuel efficiency, higher emissions, or even engine failure. Keeping your thermostat in working order is vital for the longevity and performance of your vehicle.

Compatible Car Models:

• Lancer/Mirage
• Colt/Lancer
• Lancer
• Lancer/Lancer Classic
• Lancer Cedia