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Old 08-31-2009, 08:44 AM   #8
silbord
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Pennsylvania
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Originally Posted by JFP in PA
The very first thing you should be doing is get the car to someone with an OBD II scanner capable of real time data capture (PID); have them check what your water temp really is at before you puke something major.

You could have a bad dash gauge, temp sending sensor, water pump, externally blocked radiators, or dead thermostat; you need to start eliminating items one at a time rather than just swapping out parts……………
JFP - Thanks for your suggestions. I reviewed the previous owner 's service records and found both the water pump & thermostat was replaced last year. I would think that they should not go bad already.

Where can I buy the OBD II scanner w/ PID?

Thanks
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