The Volvo Penta thermostat works like a valve that opens and closes based on the temperature. The thermostat separates the engine from the radiator until a specified temperature rises. The motor would permanently lose heat to the radiator without a thermostat, taking longer to warm up. A thermostat is a device that allows the temperature to continue within certain limits by cutting off the supply of heat when the required temperature is exceeded and automatically restoring it when the temperature falls below the needed level. The thermostat exerts control by switching heating or cooling devices on or off or by regulating the flow of a heat transfer fluid as required to maintain the correct temperature.
Key Features:
- It enables the engine to heat up rapidly when cold and maintain the optimum temperature once reached.
- It makes sure the combustion engine reaches its optimal operating temperature as rapidly as feasible.
- Once the motor is warm, it allows coolant to circulate.
- It maintains the engine running at its ideal temperature.
- It makes sure that the coolant absorbs heat before entering the radiator.
- The thermostat regulates coolant circulation throughout the engine.
Product Details:
- SKU: 3853799
- UPC: 3853799
- Weight: 0.11 LBS
Volvo Penta Exploded view / schematic Maintenance Parts, 3.0L
This product replaces:
- 3853799
