What would happen if the wrong thermostat was put into my car?
Aug 19, 2015 at 7:28 PM
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1 of 3 things:
1: It would leak from the housing because it's too big.
2: The engine wouldn't run optimally because it can't get to the right temp.
3: The engine won't run optimally because it gets too hot. This can cause damage.