Coolant Light Blinking

[Seadweller]

Thanks gang...I didn't know there was a pressure release valve, so I'll try that the next few times I drive it, while keeping an eye on the level. I'll also test the engine bay fan. It's likely that the engine compartment hasn't gotten hot enough to activate the fan, which seems to fire up when the compartment gets to 150 degrees, or the coolant temp gets to 210 degrees.

[jb92563]

I hope you haven't seen 210 on the coolant temp gauge.
Normally the needle never quite touches the Zero on the "180" mark on the gauge, Just a bit over middle needle position.

If it goes past the Zero then something isn't quite right and if it goes to the next marker bar you have a problem that needs resolving quickly to avoid a potentially serious disaster.

Blinking lights on the gauge cluster also indicates a serious issue needing immediate attention.

[Seadweller]

Originally Posted by jb92563

I hope you haven't seen 210 on the coolant temp gauge.
Normally the needle never quite touches the Zero on the "180" mark on the gauge, Just a bit over middle needle position.

If it goes past the Zero then something isn't quite right and if it goes to the next marker bar you have a problem that needs resolving quickly to avoid a potentially serious disaster.

Blinking lights on the gauge cluster also indicates a serious issue needing immediate attention.

No, the gauge sits rock solid around the "0" on the "180" mark...I'm assuming the engine compartment has never heated to the point that the fan has activated, because I've never heard it run...This is a weekend car that doesn't see an overabundance of stress, and I've yet to really put it through its paces since I bought it...

[cas951]

I just had this problem and I'm still trying to sort this out myself with a little drama to go with it. A few weeks ago eng temp light flashing at the corner. I pulled over as soon as I could and checked under the car to see if there was any leaks. I didn't check the coolant level because it was hot. I restarted the car and the light was not flashing. I drove the car home and waited till it cooled down and I had to add about 1/2 quart of coolant. I checked the coolant level again the next day and I had to add about 2 cups. I took the car for a drive of about 25 minutes, the flashing light never came on, no leaks under the car just from bending down to look. I placed the car on jack stands and removed some of the under trays I couldn't find any leaks under the engine.

I left the car on jack stand and ordered a mighty vac cooling systems pressure tester. Turns out none of their adapters fit a Porsche. I call the dealer to see what a new cap would cost. $47.00 plus tax. I checked Pelican parts and it was only $27.00. So I order from Pelican and also ordered brake fluid, two oil filters along with the coolant cap for a total cost of $58 plus tax. 3 days later the package arrive and some ass wipe steals the package right from my front door. Luckily Pelican comes through and ships a new shipment at no charge. Thumbs up for Pelican. Now that I have the coolant cap I haven't had a chance to go for a drive. It's been raining too much lately here in the Bay Area. Once I confirm the new cap is a good cap I'll convert the old cap into a cooling system pressure adapter. I have the old type of pressure tester.

Well. This was my drama. Forgive me for hijacking.