Low coolant warning
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From: Fresno CA
Low coolant warning
I have a 1997 C5 that is showing a "Low coolant warning" on the DIC. Coolant level looks fine, temperature is normal, and car runs great. My guess is the sensor is malfunctioning. Here is where I'm looking for some help. Is there a way to clean this sensor? Ha Ha. Or should I just replace it? Also I'm guessing its location, seems like it should be on or around the coolant resevour. As always, thanx for any tips that help rectify this issue
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From: Parkesburg PA
I have the same problem with my 1998.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
Racer
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From: N. Phoenix AZ
same year, same problem
Originally Posted by W.A.M.
I have the same problem with my 1998.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
Racer
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From: Montreal Drive it like you test it !
Originally Posted by W.A.M.
I have the same problem with my 1998.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
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Originally Posted by W.A.M.
I have the same problem with my 1998.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
I think I read here that its a common problem with the early C5. Mine usually comes on when the car is pointed down hill but does not happen every time.
Don't know if the sensor can be replaced but I think the fix is to buy a new tank which will be an improved design used on the latter C5. I think they are less than $50. I'm plannig on buying a new tank.
