2006 Mazda 6 coolant temp sensor

2006 MAZDA 6
89,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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DIAMOND WILLIAMS
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if coolant temp sensor wasn't plugged up in my car would i have any syptoms before it over heated
Oct 27, 2010 at 10:18 AM
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RASMATAZ
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If the coolant temperatrure sensor is being used to control the activation of the radiator fan -you won't hear the fan coming On and Off this will tell you something is wrong and also the gauge will start rising rapidly to Hot
Oct 27, 2010 at 10:33 AM
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