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General Service Specifications: Specifications

COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
Coolant Replacement Intervals (1)
Coolant Capacity 8.60 Qts. (8.14L)
Radiator Pressure Cap
Main Valve Opening Pressure 13.5-17.8 psi (0.95-1.25 kg/cm2 )
Thermostat Opens
Starts 176.9-182.3°F (80.5-83.5°C)
Fully Open 203°F (95°C)
Vacuum Valve Opening Pressure 0.14-0.71 psi (0.01-0.05 kg/cm2 )
(1) Every 30,000 miles, inspect and, if necessary, adjust level or replace coolant.

THERMOSTAT R & I 

Refer to THERMOSTAT for 1.8L. Refer to THERMOSTAT for 2.0L.

WATER PUMP R & I 

Refer to ENGINE COOLANT PUMP for 1.8L. Refer to WATER PUMP for 2.0L.