It could be coolant level sensor acting up, can be removed and cleaned(metal part), try it first. Will need to replace o-ring gasket to prevent leaks. It could also be old coolant triggering sensor due to changing capacitance. May be time to change coolant. Leon 85 Subwagen Westy Brett Ellingson wrote: > My 87 westy's coolant temperature gauge warning light has been > flashing. After about 45 freeway miles, the light began flashing. I > pulled over, checked the coolant levels and v-belt and the fan, all was > seems fine. The needle on the temp gauge was not riding past the half > way point. I don't think the engine was overheating. Is there a > sensory component that could be haywire? As soon as I turn off/restart > the engine, the light stops blinking for about 45-100 miles. Any > suggestions would be appreciated. > > Thanks > Brett Ellingson > 87 westy |
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