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7th February 2014, 21:32 | #1 |
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Thermostat problem?
I note that thermostat problems are common and on my CDTI the needle on the temperature gauge never gets beyond the quarter position.
In view of the fact that the heater is always quite hot does that mean that this could be a faulty gauge rather than a faulty thermostat ?? |
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There is a massive amount of evidence that says the original thermostat fails in an open position in the CDTs. This is usually corrected by the insertion of a Renault 5 thermostat into the top hose as a secondary thermostat that wont open until coolant rises to 89 deg C. Last edited by 75Connie; 7th February 2014 at 21:40.. |
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It depends upon how you define "quite hot" in degrees celsius Graham!
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'There's a kit for that!'
Fit one of these, and your problems should disappear: Inline Thermostat Kit
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13th February 2014, 13:19 | #7 |
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just bought the thermostat as mentioned above to put in top hose.where in the hose does it go and which direction should it face?
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It is a very tight fit in the hose so use silicone grease or washing up liquid as a lubricant. You will need to cut through the stainless steel band at the engine end of the hose. I used a hacksaw blade, being careful not to cut into the hose. Pete.
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cheers.so its just held in place in the hose itself?
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