Some usefull information on the thermostats and radiator cap for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport 3.0L V6. These are the factory specifications and presume you are using or testing a factory part. I know for a fact that some after-market thermostats and radiator caps vary significantly. If you're unsure what your thermostat or radiator cap is doing a good quality - accurate - infrared thermometer and/or radiator and cap pressure tester can be invaluable.
| • Radiator cap opening pressure PSI: 10.7 - 15
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• 88C/190F Thermostat (July 1998->on Engine 6G72 3.0L):
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| --- | Thermostat valve opening temperature F: 190.4 +/- 3.6 degrees
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| --- | Full-opening temperature F: 212
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• 82C/180F Thermostat (1997->June 1998 Engine 6G72 3.0L):
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| --- | Thermostat valve opening temperature F: 180 +/- 2.7 degrees
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| --- | Full-opening temperature F: 203
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• Upper radiator hose inside diameter: 1.31" (33.27mm)
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• Common radiator hose adapter sizes
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| --- | 1 3/8" (1.375")
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| --- | 34mm (1.338")
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| --- | 32mm (1.259")
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