Re[2]: 5KCSQ Turbo After-run Circuit/Thermo Switch

[Phil Rose <pjrose@servtech.com>]

>How would one test the switch - Heat up antifreeze on the stove with the
>switch
>in it while checking continuity?  Sounds dangerous!
>
>I'll probably end up breaking down and getting the dealer switch for peace of
>mind, but appreciate others experiences on this.  The system certainly
>does not
>seem to be functioning exactly the way various literature (BENTLY / SJM
>Auto-Technik) describes.
>
>Regards,
>
>Ben

Well, you could heat up some pasta sauce "on the stove with the switch in
it while checking continuity".  :-) But I'd think 1/2 pint of peanut oil be
easier and should work OK at 110C -- even much higher.  Of course I can't
guarantee that the switch is rated to withstand peanut oil environment, but
I wouldn't worry too much about that.

BTW, on my '91 200q, the afterrun circuit must wait nearly  5 minutes
before coming on (after engine shutdown). How long do you wait around when
checking?


Phil Rose				Rochester, NY
'91 200q				mailto:pjrose@servtech.com
'89 100