Can You Drive with a Faulty Thermostat?

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A faulty thermostat is not recommended for driving. The impacts of a faulty thermostat on the car are: 1. The engine cannot operate at the optimal temperature; 2. Increased engine wear, shortening the engine's lifespan; 3. Engine oil cannot reach the optimal viscosity, increasing engine operation resistance; 4. Prevents the engine from operating at normal temperatures. The reasons for a faulty thermostat include: 1. Prolonged warm-up time causes the car to operate at lower water temperatures, where combustion gases and condensed water on the cylinder walls form acidic substances that corrode the cylinders; 2. Liquid fuel and water wash away the lubricating oil film on the cylinder walls and flow down to the oil pan, diluting the lubricating system's oil, leading to wear on the cylinder liners and piston components; 3. If the cylinder block has defects repaired with adhesive, excessive temperature fluctuations cause frequent expansion and contraction of the cylinder block, leading to adhesive failure and diesel engine malfunctions.