· 6,205 Posts. 2 · Mar 4, 2013. If your thermostat fails, the Service Engine Soon light will come on. They''re designed to fail open; this keeps coolant flowing. If they failed shut the engine would almost immediately overheat. In addition to the SES, if it does fail open, you …
· A bad thermostat can damage the entire car. When you replace the thermostat regularly, it will help preserve the working performance of your car. Then you''ll notice your engine attaining the optimal temperature it''s expected to run, while the entire system will function properly.
· not a good practice to drive w/o a thermostat, if it is stuck closed (no flow through it), you''ll absolutely have to remove it first, then you can use the vehicle just for the period you describe.
If your thermostat sticks closed and the engine begins to overheat, your car''s computer may well shut the AC compressor down in a lastditch effort to reduce the thermal load on the system. Of course, if your car''s engine overheats by that much, then odds are that you…
Possible problems that can cause a car to overheat range from a cooling hose leak, faulty cooling fan, broken water pump, or bad temperature sensor. When an engine overheats, it is either because the coolant is not cooling the engine or there is no coolant at all. If it is not obvious why your car is overheating, we recommended having a certified auto mechanic diagnose the problem. Regular ...
· However, if the thermostat gets stuck in the closed position, the coolant can’t flow through the radiator and can make your engine overheat. To quickly tell if your thermostat is stuck, watch the flow of coolant through your radiator. For a more accurate test, measure the temperatures of the engine and the hose leading to the radiators to see if they’re similar. If you want a way to check ...
The car thermostat is basically like a temperature sensor for your engine. Once the thermostat goes bad, it is no longer able to sense the right temperature in your engine. This means it won’t open and close at the appropriate times to allow coolant into the engine. As a result, the engine will experience all sorts of temperature issues which could lead to worse symptoms. Below are the top 5 ...
When the engine has been sitting for a while and is not warm, the thermostat will be closed. Once the engine is running and reaches a certain operating temperature, a sensor inside the thermostat will cause it to open, allowing coolant to flow to and from the radiator, decreasing the temperature so it can be recirculated through the engine again.
If it is failed in a closed position then you cannot really drive it with the thermostat broken, as the engine would overheat. If the thermostat is stuck open then it is not preventing the flow of water and the coolant is not going to warm up as fast.
If you are referring to the dip and rise as indicated by the temp. gauge, this is completely normal. There is a thermostat in the head which controls the coolant movement. When the water/coolant heats to a set temperature, such as 75 degrees C, a ...
· A bad map sensor causes the airfuel mixture to get too lean or too rich. This can cause your engine to have performance problems, so it is not recommended to drive with a bad map sensor. If your car is running fine, you can drive slowly to the closest repair workshop.
· When the coolant does not reach the optimum temperature, it can cause poor engine performance and bad fuel economy. Since this often indicates a problem with the thermostat, regardless if you are driving a Dodge, a Ford, or a Jeep, the P0128 code is likely to appear once your coolant thermostat or temperature sensor fails.
· You can drive with a bad mass airflow sensor, but you shouldn’t as it can lead to the damage of other engine components and your vehicle will use a lot more fuel than it should, especially at higher speeds. On most modern vehicles, if the ECU receives no signal or an out of range signal from the MAF, then it will try to compensate by adjusting things like the fuel delivery and the engine ...
· the only way i can think of is to open the bleeder valve by thermo engine running you should have a pretty strong flow. there should be another bleeder around the water ''m curious as to what the dealer has to say,something like there was air trapped in the system.
· > Can I drive my car if my thermostat is bad I need to take my car to get the > part and then drive about 20 miles to have my son in law put it on is that > gonna hurt the car How do you know it''s bad? Is it stuck open or closed? Although not a good practice to drive w/o a thermostat, if it is stuck closed (no flow through it), you''ll absolutely have to remove it first, then you can use the ...
· If you start having trouble starting your vehicle after it has reached its normal operating temperature, this is usually a very good sign that you need to have the coolant temperature sensor checked. To confirm, you could run your vehicle through an emissions test. If everything else is in order, failure in this test should be because of a faulty coolant temperature sensor.
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· If you are, it might be a good idea to flush it and use regular coolant during the cold months. The extra 10 degrees or so that watter wetter lowers your coolant temp might be counter productive in the cold when your ECU is looking for a certain degree reading to switch maps. Also check O2 sensors (can''t hurt) Rick.
· If you drive without a thermostat, your engine will never reach its optimal operating temperature and your heater may blow cold air. If you live in a warm climate, this should not be a problem. So when your car lacks heat, you can place a large piece of cardboard in front of the radiator and between the radiator and the car’s grill. It will help to keep cold air from blowing across your ...
· Driving without thermostat is suicidal to the engine. Thermostat replacement A bad thermostat can damage the entire car. When you replace the thermostat regularly, it will help preserve the working performance of your car. Then you''ll notice your engine attaining the optimal temperature it''s expected to run, while the entire system will ...
· A bad thermostat is bad news because late fixing can ruin the engine. You should look for these symptoms of a bad thermostat and act immediately if it is found failing. Some signs may come from different sources like a failing radiator, drive belt, water pump, or fan.
It is not advisable to drive the car with broken thermostat valve. You car can drive when engine condition is cool till it achieve the max temperature. If the thermostat valve of your car is broken or not working properly there may maximum chances of engine over heating. After engine over heating the car stops and gets off. Your car won''t start until the engine cools down.
· There are several common symptoms associated with a bad or failing thermostat that will alert you that service is due. 1. Temperature gauge reading …
It happens because driving without a thermostat tricks your engine into thinking it is cold outside, causing it to adjust the gas mixing valve and push more fuel to the engine. Keep a close eye on your gas gauge when driving without a thermostat, so you do not run out of gas. Your engine will …
It is possible to drive a vehicle with a faulty coolant temperature sensor as the management system defaults to a static reading. A vehicles coolant sensor is a critical component used by the engine management system. It directly effects, cooling and fueling of the engine and therefore effects how the engine performs.
Symptoms of a Bad Thermostat Sensor. When the sensor isn’t working correctly, it may cycle on and off randomly between proper activation periods. This means if your home is too hot or too cold, the thermostat may switch on or off before the proper temperature is met or when the inside can be too cold or warm inside. The main indicator of a failing or faulty sensor is erratic cycles. DIY ...
· How do you tell if your BMW has a bad thermostat? Thermostats fail in one of two ways; they either fail stuck open or fail stuck closed. When they fail in a closed fashion its usually easy to tell because your car will likely experience severe overheating problems with the temperature needle buried in the red. This is the most dangerous type of failure because an overheating engine can cause ...
If you are in this sort of a bind and simply have to drive without a thermostat, it can be done. Driving without a thermostat. Step 1. The main purpose of an automobile''s thermostat is to regulate the operating temperature of the engine. The warmth of the engine is what makes heat inside your car when you turn on the heater. So, if you drive without a thermostat, your engine will never reach ...
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