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  1. #1 How to clean Coolant Level Sensor? 
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    Hello everyone, Since I have some free time tomorrow I am going to clean my coolant level sensor. My coolant light flickers on and off even though I have sufficient coolant in the car. Can anyone give me some steps on how to tackle this easily? and be specific please, thanks alot
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    Just unplug it. Monitor your coolant level like every other car. If you insist on cleaning it i have to ask if you have gotten rid of the nasty orange dexcool yet?? If not it will just gunk up again.
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    Will unplugging it cause my car to throw a code? I have this issue as well. I hate seeing dummy lights on my dash... makes me feel like my car is raggedy.
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    no. all unplugging it will do is shut off the "LOW COOLANT" light.
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    I would flush it


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    Im actually planning on flushing in the upcoming weeks, or right before temps get in the freezing zone. i remember I waited too long to change from water to coolant and my car ended up overheating on me, in 30 degree temps. Good thing it didnt damage my block though
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    Moved, to clean it just pop it out and spry it down with water and brush off the stuck stuff. I just unplugged mine.
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