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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 08:59 AM
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Question Coolant coming ON and OFF

i bought the car used and they didnt give me the manual

what is this light?
when it goes on its for less than 30 seconds and i found that when i turn agressively it goes off right away


thank you for your help!

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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 09:02 AM
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I belive that in the coolant light, it is in the owners manual.
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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 09:07 AM
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^ I believe he is right.

Go to mazda usa and download a copy of the manual.
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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 09:22 AM
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It's the coolant light. have you checked the coolant level yet?
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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 09:29 AM
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thank you ill have it checked out!
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Old Jul 25, 2008 | 01:16 PM
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It is the coolant level light, sensor is in the coolant overflow reservoir. Some folks (me included) have had the light come on often even though the coolant is at the proper level. The only way to replace the sensor is the whole coolant tank replaced for about $150. If your coolant level is OK when engine is cold, your sensor may be going bad. I just disconnected mine, never had a level sensor in my previous cars, why need one now, eh? Just make sure you keep an eye on your coolant if you do disconnect. You can search in this section for the previous thread about it.
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Old Jul 28, 2008 | 09:09 AM
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thank you for your help!

i have filled it up and i am now waiting to see if it comes back on
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Old Jul 28, 2008 | 03:35 PM
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It's the icon for the Lincoln Memorial. Time to visit!
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Old Jul 29, 2008 | 08:26 AM
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lol

everything still good so far
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Old Jul 29, 2008 | 08:41 AM
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As previously stated................go to www.mazdausa.com in the owner section, register, and download a manual for free. There are some useful things on that owners site.............including a free manual.
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Old Jul 29, 2008 | 08:47 AM
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done that thank you! =)
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