160 degree thermostat. Engine runs 195 degrees. Problem?
02-27-2010, 07:45 AM
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160 degree thermostat. Engine runs 195 degrees. Problem?
I have a very old Hypertech 160 degree thermostat in the motor and my temps are routinely 196-200 degrees year round.
Is this normal?
Is there a problem with the thermostat.
Is this normal?
Is there a problem with the thermostat.
02-27-2010, 07:53 AM
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The thermostat does not control any temperture above 160*F. The PCM fan settings do that. The t'stat simply controls the engine's MINIMUM operating temperature (160*F before it opens), not the MAXIMUM.
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