A long-running overheating discussion involved several attempts to trace restricted cooling flow. The owner later reported that the installed thermostat was the wrong shape for the housing.
What the report actually shows
It appeared to open during a simple pot-of-water test, yet its extra length left too little room to open properly once installed. This made a seemingly reassuring bench check misleading.
Reported outcome
The owner reported that fitting the correct thermostat resolved the overheating. AI4Car has not inspected the vehicle independently.
What to take from this case
A component can pass a partial test and still be wrong for the application. Confirm the part number, dimensions and installed movement before buying more cooling-system parts.
This is a reported experience and an educational reading of its evidence, not a diagnosis for another vehicle. The original discussion is linked below; AI4Car has not independently inspected the vehicle.
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