Temperature gauge
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Thanks as a Element kid that seems hot. But I guess I have a more powerful little guy now.
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I don't have a lot of miles or hill stress on mine yet, but my experience with J35 engines and Honda temp gauges are that they are non-linear in the mid-range. To really know what temps are, you need to monitor with an OBDII gauge. My gauge hovers just below mid point, and my ScanGauge shows 182-185 under most conditions.
Could you tell me what would normal range be on Scan Gauge to understand readings. For example optimal bp is <120/90. Is there an optimal range for temp on Scan Gauge?
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I mean <120/80 Thanks
So I found on the internet not sure if correct but a 1991 Toyota 4 Runner normal temp is between 195 and 215.
https://repairpal.com/what-temperature-is-my-engine-supposed-to-run-at-30-v6-073
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Also found below so guess my little guy is fine.
https://www.vanchevrolet.com/blog/2...perature-gauge-whats-normal-and-whats-not.htm
Thanks for letting me know about Scan Gauge. Never heard of that before. Actually puts numbers to the gauge.
https://www.vanchevrolet.com/blog/2...perature-gauge-whats-normal-and-whats-not.htm
Thanks for letting me know about Scan Gauge. Never heard of that before. Actually puts numbers to the gauge.
182-185 is the normal range. At 182 the thermostat is fully open.
I wouldn't try to compare older vehicle temps with different fuel/emission systems to current Hondas.
If you are not aware, there are 2 temp sensors. The normal one by the thermostat, (which indirectly feeds the dash gauge) and one at the bottom of the radiator.
I wouldn't try to compare older vehicle temps with different fuel/emission systems to current Hondas.
If you are not aware, there are 2 temp sensors. The normal one by the thermostat, (which indirectly feeds the dash gauge) and one at the bottom of the radiator.
Thanks for the info. Now I know why people invest in a scan gauge. What other vital info do like receiving from scan gauge?
On the ScanGauge, I usually watch CT1 and CT2 (also known as ECT1 & ECT2), and select other things to get a feel of what I should see when everything is running normal. I would monitor trans temp if it was available. I like to compare reading to what I get on my '06 Pilot, which is running like a top.
LTFT - long term fuel trim, GPH - gallons per hr., MAP/BST - manifold air pressure or boost (turbo engine), all are very equal.
This shot shows CT1 @ 163 because I just installed the S-VCM (subject of another thread). It would normally be 182-185. CT2 always runs about ambiet temp until the thermostat opens, and then it begins to climb.
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LTFT - long term fuel trim, GPH - gallons per hr., MAP/BST - manifold air pressure or boost (turbo engine), all are very equal.
This shot shows CT1 @ 163 because I just installed the S-VCM (subject of another thread). It would normally be 182-185. CT2 always runs about ambiet temp until the thermostat opens, and then it begins to climb.
Thanks For the information. I had no idea I could know all the vital signs of my little guy. Did the ScanGauge ever alert you to any problems in your pilot to prevent a flat line episode?
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Interesting discussion using an SG to extract additional operating metrics. I have found that knowing the coolant temp is nice, but wouldn't be of more interest to know cylinder head temp or oil temp as a better gage of how the engine is performing?
I thought it was very strange there was no ATF sensor shown in the parts list. Turns out it's there - all internal. And can be seen with the HDS while doing the ATF Level Check. Now I will see if the ScanGauge people can figure out how to access it.
From the service manual - ATF Level Check;
6. Run the engine at idle speed until the ATF Temperature on
the HDS data list reaches between 99－113 °F
From the service manual - ATF Level Check;
6. Run the engine at idle speed until the ATF Temperature on
the HDS data list reaches between 99－113 °F
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I find this discussion of our PP's temp gage very interesting. My gage also indicates normal operating temp just below the midpoint. Am I correct to assume then, no matter how steep the hills, how hot the summer day, how fast I was driving and the gage stays always in the same location, the thermostat is compensating to keep the coolant at the mid-range temp? As you can tell I'm no automotive engineer, but am interested in how my PP works and how best to maintain and operate it. Thanks for any advice.
I find this discussion of our PP's temp gage very interesting. My gage also indicates normal operating temp just below the midpoint. Am I correct to assume then, no matter how steep the hills, how hot the summer day, how fast I was driving and the gage stays always in the same location, the thermostat is compensating to keep the coolant at the mid-range temp? As you can tell I'm no automotive engineer, but am interested in how my PP works and how best to maintain and operate it. Thanks for any advice.
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