Is it bad to have a high coolant temp?
High temperatures are uncomfortable for us, but they can be even worse for our cars. With high ambient temperatures, your coolant temperature can rise quickly to dangerous levels causing engine damage.
What should the coolant temperature of my car be?
This will likely be somewhere in the 160 to 190 degree range based on what your drive. Another thing to consider when watching your engine coolant temperature is what the engine cooling fans are set to.
Why does the coolant tank drop in cold temperature?
Maybe it’s because the temperature has cooled down to where mornings are in the low 60s that may cause the coolant to contract and may explain the level drop in the coolant tank. I don’t know if I’m being overly sensitive about the drop in coolant level.
What does the low coolant temperature warning light mean?
If the level is low, you can add just water temporarily so that you can drive somewhere to get the car checked out. Keep in mind that a low coolant level means a leak is present which needs to be remedied at the earliest. Otherwise, your car will eventually be low on coolant again and run the risk of the engine getting overheated.
High temperatures are uncomfortable for us, but they can be even worse for our cars. With high ambient temperatures, your coolant temperature can rise quickly to dangerous levels causing engine damage.
What should the coolant temperature of an engine be?
Engine coolant has to remain warm enough to stay fluid so it can be pumped through an engine. Water alone won’t work; it will freeze too quickly. Coolant with a 50/50 mix of water and ethylene alcohol (anti-freeze) can function at temperatuares as cold as negative 36 degrees Fahrenheit.
What should I do if my coolant level is low?
Once the engine has cooled, check the overall fluid level of the coolant. If the level is low, you can add just water temporarily so that you can drive somewhere to get the car checked out. Keep in mind that a low coolant level means a leak is present which needs to be remedied at the earliest.
If the level is low, you can add just water temporarily so that you can drive somewhere to get the car checked out. Keep in mind that a low coolant level means a leak is present which needs to be remedied at the earliest. Otherwise, your car will eventually be low on coolant again and run the risk of the engine getting overheated.
What should the temp of the coolant sensor be?
Check that the temperature value of the CTS is around 80-90c when the engine is hot. A lot of engine coolant temperature sensors have two wires and the sensor is controlled by Ohm. Get a wiring diagram and find out what ohms you should have at a specific temperature to check the function.
What to do if your coolant temperature is below p0128?
P0128 should be fixed as soon as possible. You’ll have to look at all possible causes to diagnose the problem properly. Have a professional mechanic check your vehicle if you don’t have the required DIY auto repair experience and skills.
What happens if the coolant temperature falls below the preset?
If the coolant temperature falls below the preset temperature regulated by the thermostat, the thermostat blocks the coolant flow to the radiator, forcing the fluid instead through a bypass directly back to the engine.