thermostat location and purpose

1987 BMW 325
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CHELSEAGRINMETAL
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What is the thermostat used for and where is it located?
Dec 13, 2010 at 9:25 PM
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CARADIODOC
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It usually sits in a housing that the upper radiator hose connects to on the engine. It blocks coolant flow until it reaches the desired temperature, typically 195 degrees, then opens to allow hot coolant to flow to the radiator.

caradiodoc
Dec 13, 2010 at 9:33 PM
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