Re: Cooling alarum

["Shaun D. Mullen" <smullen@philly.infi.net>]

Robert Myers wrote:
> My "check cooling system" icon appears _some_ of the time.  The coolant
> level is *not* low.  It is *not* hot.  (I need a new thermostat but that's
> a different story.)
> What else should I check for the cause of this false alarm?  A faulty temp
> sensor?  Where?

Alas, more likely a faulty radiator.  Take its temp at several spots. 
Judging from the symptoms you describe, you're likely to find that part
of the radiator is failing, triggering the system check icon.

Shaun Mullen
West Grove, PA