What's Your Engine Temp?

[dbear61]

As I posted in another thread, I purchased my 01 S in May in Chico, CA and drove it back to Milwaukee, WI.

What I didn't post is that on day 2 of the drive the Eng Temp light started flashing, but temp never rose above a bit over 180. Next morning I added (cheap) coolant, which kept light off for approx 500 miles, then it started flashing again. More coolant to get home, recurrant problem with coolant loss, flashing light but never a temp greater than just over 180.

First opportunity I get it into the local dealer. 3 days later verdict is a cracked reservoir tank. I know some of you have tackled this, but I have neither the tools nor the patience nor the experience to handle this on my own. $1800 repair. The light no longer flashes, but temp still runs up to 180+ and holds.

Bear