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General Service Specifications: Specifications

COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Coolant Replacement Intervals (1)
Coolant Capacity
2.4L 7.7 Qts. (7.3L)
2.7L 9.1 Qts. (8.6L)
Radiator Pressure Cap
Main Valve Opening Pressure 14-18 psi (0.98-1.27 kg/cm2 )
Main Valve Closing Pressure 12 psi (0.85 kg/cm2 )
Thermostat Opens
Starts 176-183°F (80-84°C)
Fully Open 203°F (95°C)
Vacuum Valve Opening Pressure -1.00 psi (-0.07 kg/cm2 )
(1) Every 30,000 miles, inspect and, if necessary, adjust level or replace coolant.

THERMOSTAT R & I 

Refer to THERMOSTAT for 2.4L. Refer to THERMOSTAT for 2.7L.

WATER PUMP R & I 

Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP for 2.4L. Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP for 2.7L.