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Thermostat, Engine Cooling

Thermostat Opening Temperatures

Thermostat starts to open 80-84°C (176-183°F) (2.3L)
Thermostat starts to open 84-88°C (183-190°F) (3.0L)
Thermostat starts to open 86°C (187°F) (3.5L)
Thermostat fully open 97°C (207°F) (2.3L)
Thermostat fully open 99°C (210°F) (3.0L)
Thermostat fully open 96°C (205°F) (3.5L)