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> Thermostat cable and flaps
hndyhrr
post Oct 7 2015, 01:28 PM
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I need to install a new thermostat xabke. Took the old one off and did not pat atten r ion to position of flaps. So fully closed is what the book says and that would be open on passenger side and closed on drive dide..........right?
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post Oct 7 2015, 02:04 PM
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Air-cooling flaps: Cold engine position (minimum airflow over oil cooler)


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post Oct 7 2015, 02:32 PM
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The flaps should default to the open (warmed up) position when no cable is attached, because of the return spring.
The thermostat contracts when cold and pulls the flaps closed.
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