Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Diagnostics / Sfi system / Coolant thermostat (coolant
temperature below thermostat
regulating temperature)
Toyota Corolla (E120): Coolant thermostat (coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature)
Dtc p0128 coolant thermostat (coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature)
Hint
: this is the purpose of the ”thermostat” malfunction detection.
Other materials:
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Preparation
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Recomended tools
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Equipment
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Inspection
1. Thermostat
Hint:
the thermostat is numbered with the valve opening temperature.
Immerse the thermostat in water and gradually heat the
water.
check the valve opening temperature.
Valve opening temperature:
80 to 84 c (176 to 183 f)
Hint:
if the valve opening temperatur ...
Replacement
1. Remove engine under cover rh
2. Drain coolant
3. Remove front wheel rh
4. Remove cylinder head cover no.2
Remove the 2 nuts, 2 clips and cylinder head cover.
5. Remove fan and generator v belt
Turn the v–ribbed belt tensioner slowly clockwise and
loosen it. Then, remove ...