Cooling System Circulation

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While the engine is warmed up (thermostat closed), coolant circulates as follows.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Circulation (While Engine Is Warming Up)
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
When coolant is warmed up to normal temperature and the thermostat opens, coolant passes through the radiator core to be cooled as well as the above flow circuit.

Fig 2: Identifying Coolant Circulation (When Engine Is Warmed Up)
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.