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High Engine Temp!

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Wife had me meet her on her ride because there was a dash message "High Engine Temp". After 15 mins of engine off, no message. Antifreeze tank was full...no leaks noticed. Quick Google said "Replace thermostat and/ or sensor". Am I on the right track with those? How do you know if the water pump is operating? Any other ideas?

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Get a reliable high temperature thermometer to check top tank radiator and inlet/outlet of water pump as the engine warms. This will tell you if water pump is pumping and the thermostat is opening.
Confirm the water pump is actually turning.
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Could you be a tad more specific as to HOW I check the temps? Unlike older cars, there is no top radiator cap that I can peer down in as I rev the engine.

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Use a laser pointer digital non contact thermometer. These are now $30-40? Very handy.
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The Fleet:
Volvo: 2001 V70 T5, 1986 244DL, 1983 245DL, 1975 245DL, 1959 PV544, multiple Volvo parts cars.
Mercedes: 2001 E320, 1973 280, 1974 280C, 1989 300E, 1988 300TE, 1979 300TD, parts cars.
2009 Smart Passion
Ford: 1977 F350, 1964 F150 (2), 1938 Tudor Sedan
Farmall tractors: 1956 400 Diesel, 1946 A
And others.

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