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    Hey guys, last winter I had the check engine light come on in my 02 prix gt & when it was scanned I was told it was the low coolant temp code and was caused by a bad thermostat or coolant temp sensor. How do I know which one it is & are they hard to change? Thanks.
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    thermostats are like 2 dollars and are realllllllllllllllllllllllllllllyyyyyyyyyyyy easy to change i would just change the thermostat first.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bandits grand prix View Post
    Works but Step#2 can be bypassed by just unscrewing the bolts off the housing, replace the thermostat, re bolt down housing and bleed the coolant system

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    ...not scanning/monitoring your motor is like bangin a hooker and you just HOPE your not infected.
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    cool thanks! btw, is there a way to set the fan to come on at a lower temp?
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    tuning

    Quote Originally Posted by AmericanSoldier View Post
    ...not scanning/monitoring your motor is like bangin a hooker and you just HOPE your not infected.
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    Quote Originally Posted by jwhite85 View Post
    cool thanks! btw, is there a way to set the fan to come on at a lower temp?
    correct me if im wrong, but dont you have to reprogram the computer?
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    First off...

    There is no low cooalnt code. There is a not warming up quick enough code.

    Second.. yes..program th epcm.

    Three...Bandit.. where the hell have you found a $2 thermostat in Connectiscrewyouintaxescut?
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    tanks bill
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    well I don't have a programer so can any shop do that or do I need to take it a performance shop?
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    You need someone who can reprogram your pcm. Typically shops have super scanners, not programmers.

    Oh..your Indiana? Look up PRJ Performance.
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    thanks for the heads up on PRJ but they're about 2 1/2 hours away from me so I'll see if I can find someone locally who can do it.
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    Honestly...it is really worth the drive...trust me.

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    In the 3800 world...

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    2.5 hours. Paul would not only change the fans but likely fully tune you for a great overall car.
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