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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: jester1905 on 25 March 2010, 05:54:49

Title: V6 COOLANT - HOW HOT IS TOO HOT ???
Post by: jester1905 on 25 March 2010, 05:54:49

Ok folks, I have had a V6 2.5 (pre-facelift) for a few weeks now. The temp. gauge seems to be working correctly (rises up to mid way on gauge, never above) however the fan seems to be kicking in after a relatively short run (15 miles .. commuting in traffic) and when I have checked the coolant in the reservoir it does seem hot in comparison other cars that I have had in the past.

Is this something I should be concerned about or is this the norm for the V6 ???  :-/

Title: Re: V6 COOLANT - HOW HOT IS TOO HOT ???
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 25 March 2010, 09:14:32

V6 generally works hot.. But when the fans kick in must not be above 95..

Title: Re: V6 COOLANT - HOW HOT IS TOO HOT ???
Post by: Jimbob on 25 March 2010, 09:21:20

sounds fairly normal

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1265649820

aircon on?  its fan helps keep car cool.

a coolant flush with some degreaser etc could help ensure the cooling system is clean and working efficiently.

Title: Re: V6 COOLANT - HOW HOT IS TOO HOT ???
Post by: jester1905 on 25 March 2010, 10:23:28

Thanks folks ........ mind put to rest. However will flush system as suggested at the weekend.  :y

Title: Re: V6 COOLANT - HOW HOT IS TOO HOT ???
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 25 March 2010, 10:32:24

one point to be aware.. if in cold weather engine temp dont pass 90 for a long time after startup you can be suspicious about thermostat..