I had a quick question in regards to an old post you made. You posted the following.
"Thermostat:
Stock is 185*
Majority change to a 170* and some to 160* to help with the heat. These are cheap and easy but must be adjusted for in the tune or you will get a CEL (check engine light). Some in really cold climates can have issues with the 160* also so keep this in mind when choosing."
I don't understand why the lower temp thermostat would set off a CEL? If the coolant started flowing at a lower temp, then how would the computer even know or even care for that matter.
I'm just trying to understand, as I'm about to make this mod. I'm going to get a tune, so it's more from an educational standpoint.
Thanks!!
Jeremy
"Thermostat:
Stock is 185*
Majority change to a 170* and some to 160* to help with the heat. These are cheap and easy but must be adjusted for in the tune or you will get a CEL (check engine light). Some in really cold climates can have issues with the 160* also so keep this in mind when choosing."
I don't understand why the lower temp thermostat would set off a CEL? If the coolant started flowing at a lower temp, then how would the computer even know or even care for that matter.
I'm just trying to understand, as I'm about to make this mod. I'm going to get a tune, so it's more from an educational standpoint.
Thanks!!
Jeremy