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Hi all. Have posted a few words in the past. Can anyone advise re hdi running temperature. I have had a new radiator fitted( old one fecked) and now temp is running at 89 degrees constantly even with heater running. Previously ran at a constant 78degrees, could it be the thermostat that is not opening and closing properly anymore. Will this highish temp cause problems re head warping.
Your suggestions/cure would be appreciated.
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My car sits at about 80c I think that is normal for hdi from what I have read and seen,
Try thermostat see if that helps.
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sounds like it needs bleeding
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Are the heaters hot? Is the rad getting hot?
Doesnt even own a 306.
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As others have said, check it's bled and if the rad gets hot fairly evenly. Failing that it sounds like a new stat, you can check yours in a cup of hot water, opens at 84 so should pop when you cover it in boiling water and close about a minute later.
