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Jaguar & Triumph

  1. Check engine coolant temperature with a thermometer. Compare coolant temperature with value stamped on thermo-time switch body. If coolant temperature is higher than switch value go on to step ). If temperature is lower than switch value, go on to step  3).
  2. If coolant temperature is higher than switch value, connect an ohmmeter between terminal "W" and ground. A very high resistance (open circuit) should be obtained. If not, replace switch.
  3. If coolant temperature is lower than switch value, connect an ohmmeter between terminal "W" and ground. A very low resistance (closed circuit) should be obtained. Connect battery voltage via an isolating switch to terminal "G" of thermo-time switch. Using a stop watch, check delay time as ohmmeter changes between high and low resistance. Delay period should be as specified in table. If not, replace switch.
Coolant/Delay Time Relationship (Jaguar & Triumph)

Temperature (Coolant) Delay (Seconds)
-4°F(-20°C) 8
32°F(0°C) 4.5
50°F(10°C) 3.5
95°F(35°C) 0