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Old 12-23-2012, 07:19 PM   #1
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Needle between 8 and 0 on the 180 mark of the gauge is the normal reported visual temp reading. If you don't have a history on when the radiators were last cleaned, do it. Every picture posted of the radiator debris is a horror show and it can cause damage to the radiator itself if the debris gets damp and rusts out the corners not to mention the lost efficiency.
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Does the front bumper cover need to come off in order to clean the debris out? Or is there access from underneath?
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Old 12-23-2012, 07:36 PM   #2
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Mike,

Does the front bumper cover need to come off in order to clean the debris out? Or is there access from underneath?
Answered my own question HERE, Thanks
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Off and it is best a two person job. Prepare a soft place to sit the bumper cover once it is off so you don't scratch it.
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