What is a normal temperature in a Ford Focus?
Most Ford thermostats are between 88 and 92 deg. C-the ECU is calibrated to treat this temperature as FULLY warmed-up;that’s probaly why it’s ruuning more smoothly-should help your mpg.
Where is the thermometer on a Ford Focus?
The outside temperature sensor of our Ford Focus is located inside the outside rearview mirror.
What are the signs of a failing temperature sensor?
Following are the significant symptoms of a bad coolant temp sensor:
- Check Engine Light.
- Engine Overheating.
- Poor Fuel Economy.
- Poor Engine Performance.
- Broken Water Pump.
- Control of Cooling Fan.
- Black Smoke From Exhaust Pipe.
How do I know if my temperature gauge is working?
If the gauge reads higher than “cold” when you unplugged the sending unit, unplugged the wire at the temperature gauge. If the gauge now reads “cold,” the wire is shorted. If the gauge still reads higher than “cold,” replace the gauge. If the gauge doesn’t read “hot” when the wire is grounded, check the circuit fuse.
What should my coolant temp Be Focus ST?
Registered. 40-50* here.
Where are car temperature sensors located?
Most vehicles have their thermistors on the front of the car, located behind the grill. This location makes the instrument’s measurements sensitive to reradiated heat from the road surface.
What causes a temperature gauge to stop working?
The most common cause of faulty temperature readings is a broken coolant temperature sensor (CTS). The part, which is normally located near a vehicle’s thermostat near the base of the radiator (consult your owner’s manual or repair guide) can get gunked up and fail.
What happens when temperature sensor goes bad?
The coolant temperature sensor can fail and transmit cold signals to the computer. This action confuses the computer and stimulates it to enrich the fuel mixture unnecessarily. This can cause the fuel mixture to be vibrant such that during combustion, the fuel can’t be adequately consumed within the chamber.
Where should the temperature gauge be on my car?
Temperature Gauge is Normal When the engine is functioning, and the coolant is doing its job, the temperature gauge needle should be somewhere in the middle between the hot and cold indicators.
Why is my temperature gauge stuck on cold?
The most common reason your temperature gauge staying on cold is a faulty coolant temperature sensor. It can also be caused by bad wirings between the cluster or the sensor. In some cases, it can also be a stuck thermostat causing the engine not to heat up properly.