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Why do you have to have a thermostat in a vehicle in colder climates?
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∙ 16y ago
Two reasons that I can think of. 1) Engines like to have a certain operating temperature. Especially computerized vehicles. The thermostat in the closed position will keep the coolant contained within the block itself to not only speed up the warming process, it will also maintain that operating temperature by opening, and closing as needed. The onboard computer in today's cars depend on the engine temp. to regulate other systems such as fuel (air/fuel ratio), timing, idle speed, etc. 2) HEAT....the heater for the car utilizes a mini radiator called a heater core. It is connected to the engine cooling system. The quicker your engine can warm up, the quicker your heater will too. Until then it will only blow cold air.
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Why does a vehicle have to have a thermostat in colder climates?
Engines are designed to operate at a given temperature, without a thermostat the engine will often not get up to the designated temperature. So it needs a thermostat to be sure that the engine will run at its optimum design rating.
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