Can the Engine Thermostat Be Removed in Summer?

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No, removing the thermostat will prolong the warm-up time of the engine, thereby increasing fuel consumption and the chance of engine carbon buildup. You may consider replacing it with a thermostat that opens at a lower temperature. Below is an introduction to the thermostat: 1. Working Principle: The thermostat automatically adjusts the amount of water entering the radiator based on the temperature of the coolant, changing the water circulation range to regulate the cooling capacity of the radiator and ensure the engine operates within the appropriate temperature range. The thermostat must maintain good technical condition; otherwise, it will seriously affect the normal operation of the engine. 2. Function: It prevents the engine from becoming too cold. After the engine is running normally, during rapid driving in winter, if there is no thermostat, the engine temperature may become too low. In this case, the engine needs to temporarily stop the water circulation to ensure the engine temperature does not drop too low. The most commonly used thermostat is the wax-type thermostat. When the coolant temperature is below the specified value, the refined paraffin in the thermostat's temperature-sensitive body remains solid, and the thermostat valve closes the channel between the engine and the radiator under the action of the spring.