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Old 02-16-2010, 03:17 AM   #9
dave45056
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Roadrash, I agree. I was under the impresssion the needle was staying at the half way point when I made that statement.

Recon, your car can overheat with the needle so low so so long.
Here's how... the sensor is an immersion sensor. If the coolant level is low the sensor stays dry and doesn't read the correct temp.

So... you need to make sure that your coolant level is not dropping AND that both hoses going to the radiator are hot. Another thing... the heat should blow hot even if you are idling. If it cools down alot during idling, it is a sign something is wrong. Might just need another bleed. It helps to park the car on a hill, nose up, to get all the air out.

Sounds like you are not out of the woods yet on this issue.
Keep us posted and we will help out.
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