Correct Coolant Engine Running Temperature

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Correct Coolant Engine Running Temperature

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Could someone tell me the correct coolant engine running temperature?
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As the engine warms up from cold it depends which thermostat you have fitted. Either 82 C or 88 C normally. Then as you continue to drive the coolant will get a bit hotter around the 90/92 C mark. This is the coolant temperature as measured at the thermostat housing.


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Thank you Stephen.
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