SL/R230: Engine temperature
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From: Marietta, OH
2003 SL500R
Engine temperature
In every car I've ever owned the temperature gauge needle always registered about half way. However, in my '03 SL500, the needle usually shows about 3/4 up the gauge (hot)(particularly in the summer, but sometimes even in the winter). I've mentioned this to my service manager and he claims the reading is normal.
Is this the case of everyone else here or should I press this with my service manager?
Thanks, Lloyd
Is this the case of everyone else here or should I press this with my service manager?
Thanks, Lloyd
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Originally Posted by MBC320
In every car I've ever owned the temperature gauge needle always registered about half way. However, in my '03 SL500, the needle usually shows about 3/4 up the gauge (hot)(particularly in the summer, but sometimes even in the winter). I've mentioned this to my service manager and he claims the reading is normal.
Is this the case of everyone else here or should I press this with my service manager?
Thanks, Lloyd
Is this the case of everyone else here or should I press this with my service manager?
Thanks, Lloyd
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2002 BMW 745Li Black/beige, 2006 SL600 Capri Blue/Black still on order
Normal is 90 degreees centigrade. (1/2 way between the 80 and 100 marks...) I think what you are describing is normal, but using a number would be helpful.
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From: Marietta, OH
2003 SL500R
Engine temp
Today is the first day I've had the SL out since I posted my original post so I wasn't able to respond to those who had asked for a specific temperature.
Looks like the temperature fluctuates between 90 and 100 (which seems to be the norm). Still seeems hot to me, though.
Lloyd
Looks like the temperature fluctuates between 90 and 100 (which seems to be the norm). Still seeems hot to me, though.
Lloyd
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05 ML-500 , 03 CLK5.5 AMG has left the Garage
engine temp
Look at the E55 Group. Your mtrs thermostat'is most likely a 87 c Stat. That is the Crack open temp. Thats about 189 F. your mtr runs about 200 too 210 F. and that is about right. I can build you a 71C stat. for about $40.00 . plus shipping. go ahead and do a search. Feel free to contact me. or others. Happy motoring ___PTE___
