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Engine light is on

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FRANK KEMPSTER
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  • 2009 PONTIAC TORRENT
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • 160,000 MILES
Hello guys, my engine light is on and the temperature remains low on the dash light. Says engine hot. There is no sign of leaking and the cold reservoir remains full. The air blowing in seems cooler than normal. What do you think? Thermostat not operating? Thank you, Frank.
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Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 AT 10:28 AM

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Tiny
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If you could scan the car for codes that would tell us a lot like if you had a code p0128 you would have a bad thermostat.
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Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 AT 7:32 PM
Tiny
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https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-thermostat

I posted how to retrieve your engine trouble codes.
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Wednesday, April 4th, 2018 AT 7:37 PM
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FRANK KEMPSTER
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Thanks guys, I will replace that thermostat.
Take care, Frank
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Sunday, April 8th, 2018 AT 7:44 AM
Tiny
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Did you end up having a p0128 code?
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Sunday, April 8th, 2018 AT 9:36 PM
Tiny
FRANK KEMPSTER
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Good morning, I replaced the thermostat and reset the codes by disconnecting the battery.
Everything is good.
Thank you again for the help
Frank
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Monday, April 9th, 2018 AT 6:26 AM
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KEN L
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.

Cheers, Ken
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Wednesday, April 11th, 2018 AT 9:14 AM
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FRANK KEMPSTER
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Thank you again Ken, I have got a bunch of traveling to do in the next few months.
Take care, Frank
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Friday, April 20th, 2018 AT 3:48 AM

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