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Old 01-16-2013, 12:02 AM
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I have a 2007 RX8...the coolant sensor goes on at times while i drive, but of course my coolant level is fine. I hear this is a very common problem with the rx8. I'd appreciate any input. thanks all..
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Originally Posted by purplepanda89
I hear this is a very common problem...
Where did you hear such caccaphony?
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AZ

Probably need something like this, do your research to make sure though.

TANK, SUB & SENSOR (N3H1-15-351G) - $110.81 - N3H115351G

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Thanks Mike...
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You could just unplug the coolant level sensor to keep that light from coming on. You really don't need it anyway, just check it every once in a while to make sure it's good.
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Or he could just search himself and decide on his own what the best route to take is.
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you don't need it until a puncture in the coolant system occurs and as a result the engine fried before you caught it on the idiot temp gauge

there's no such thing as a "slight" overheat on a rotary engine
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^ Absolutely right.

You don't need a low coolant light to remind you that you haven't checked coolant level in a few months and now it's a bit low. You need it to alert you to the fact that you've suffered a sudden loss of coolant from hitting a rock, pot hole, debris... whatever.

People who suggest taping over the light seem oddly unable to grasp that concept.
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