Pinpoint Test C: The Engine Does Not Reach Normal Operating Temperature
- C1 CHECK THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE
- Key in START position.
- For a gas engine, start the engine and allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
- Feel the inlet heater hose and the underside of the upper radiator hose.
- Are the upper radiator hose and the inlet heater hose cold?
NOTE: If the engine is a diesel, drive for 20 minutes in second gear to open the thermostat.- Yes : INSTALL a new coolant thermostat. TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER for diagnosis and testing of the engine coolant temperature gauge.