How do I fix my cooling system light?
How do I fix my cooling system light?
If you are driving when this warning light goes on, pull over safely as soon as possible and shut off the engine to let everything cool down. Let the engine cool down for at least 30 minutes before attempting to remove the radiator cap and remember to use a thick rag to protect your hand when you do so.
What to do if coolant light comes on?
Check coolant levels when the engine is completely cold and top up if necessary. This is not applicable if the coolant warning light is blue. On some cars (usually Japanese), a blue coolant light illuminates to inform you that the engine coolant is cold and is not yet up to optimal operating temperatures.
Where is the coolant level warning light on?
Depending on the vehicle, this message can appear on the driver information center in the middle of your instrument panel. If the light comes on, it’s cause for serious concern. The consequences of a low coolant level can include overheating and the destruction of your engine.
What to do if your coolant tank is yellow?
Scrubbing is dead useless here, since the yellowness you can see on coolant tanks is the result of a chemical reaction. The only solution is to whiten/ bleach out the ugly yellow color out of the coolant expansion tank. However this is a lot easier said than done.
What to do when Renault capture engine coolant warning light turns red?
If the Renault Capture engine coolant warning light turns red while driving, pull off the road and allow the engine to idle for a few minutes. The light should turn blue and you can continue driving. If the warning light remains red, switch off the engine and allow several minute for the engine to cool before checking coolant levels.
What to do when the low coolant level warning light comes on?
Unless the solution is a simple one, don’t try to fix it yourself. When the low coolant level warning light comes on, you should stop driving. Pull over to the side as soon as possible and shut off the engine to prevent any additional damage. Here are some reasons why the low coolant light can appear.
How to test the low coolant level bell?
Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the coolant level switch. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal and ground. Engine running, verify the low coolant indicator turns OFF. If the indicator does not turn OFF, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance.
Where is the low coolant sensor on my truck?
Maybe 6 or 8 inches down from the top on either side as Freddyack stated. Low coolant light. My truck is a ’93 6.5 C2500 and the low coolant sensor is in the passenger side radiator tank. About a foot down from the top.
Where is the coolant reservoir in a car?
The coolant reservoir is a vital component of the cooling system. Its function is to store excess coolant fluid until required. You can locate the reservoir by following the hose from the radiator. There you will find the container, usually made of transparent plastic, that functions as the coolant reservoir.
