Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Thermostat
Purpose, Function
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When the engine coolant temperature is low, the thermostat blocks the engine coolant passage between the radiator and engine. As a result, because engine coolant cycles without passing through the radiator, warming is promoted.
Construction
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The thermostat is installed to the rear part of the cylinder head.
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The thermostat has the following parts:
Operation
1. When the engine coolant temperature decreases, the thermostat valve closes and engine coolant circulates without passing through the radiator.
2. When the engine coolant temperature is 80.5—83.5°C, the thermostat valve starts to open and the engine coolant passed through the radiator flows to the engine.
Thermostat Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Emissions
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Other materials:
Cruise Control System
Outline
Enables driving at a constant speed by setting the vehicle speed with the
cruise control switch instead of operating the accelerator pedal.
The PCM controls the throttle valve actuator to maintain the vehicle at a
constant speed.
Component and function
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Rear Combination Light
Purpose
The rear combination lights are used to signal the following conditions to
vehicles/people at the rear.
Rear turn lights: Signals a left or right turn of the vehicle.
Brake lights: Signals a vehicle stop.
Taillights: Signals the presence of the ve ...
Tire Labeling
Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on
the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety
standard certification and in case of a recall ...
