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Old 06-07-2008, 06:34 PM
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my low coolant light comes on randomly... sometimes at startup sometimes after an hour of driving. then it'll turn off and come back on.

I've done a complete fluid flush and always use distilled water rather than corrosive tap. do i need to replace the sensor or is it another issue?

i hate having to explain my fluid is fine and full to every single person that rides with me
Old 06-07-2008, 06:35 PM
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The sensor. They suck. Mine does it too.
Old 06-07-2008, 07:17 PM
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i think the previous owner never changed the fluids and probably filled with the hose. when i first bought the car 3 years ago the oil was black, the coolant was gunky, the gear oil was way too thick and the tranny fluid was brown! but i picked it up for a great price and everything still works after my abusive relationship.

have you tried cleaning your sensor? i may try that b4 replacement
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the sensor is bad, just unplug it and call it good.




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