Originally posted by Mystique99:
Do know that the thermostat does not affect the final operation temperature just how long it takes to get there. So if you put a 160 degree thermostat in the engine will still operate at 190-210 degrees.



Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding! If you are having heating problems, the first thing to check is if the coolant strength is acceptable; buy a $5 coolant tester. Then you may want to consider flushing the system, testing the ECT sensor, Temperature gauge sender, radiator and water pump.

Last edited by Tony2005; 02/21/06 03:04 PM.

"Always do the cheap and easy ones first." 1996 V6 ATX 96K miles