Low Coolant Light

ncfedcop · #1 08-28-2005, 10:58 AM

Got Low Coolant Light on dash while driving home from work. Checked coolant.....was low. Flushed system and replaced fluid with proper amount of Dexicool. How do I reset Low Coolant Light. Right now it is unplugged from reservior? WHen plugged back in light stays on.
Thanks

Markgase2000 · #2 08-28-2005, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ncfedcop

Got Low Coolant Light on dash while driving home from work. Checked coolant.....was low. Flushed system and replaced fluid with proper amount of Dexicool. How do I reset Low Coolant Light. Right now it is unplugged from reservior? WHen plugged back in light stays on.
Thanks

Your car should reset itself after awhile just plug the sensor back in and wait........ The computer will asses the coolent level and the light will eventually go away since the problem is fixed. You shouldnt need a reflash or nothing. This happened to me and thats how I fixed it.
This is assuming you have a 99+ grand am car.

Markgase2000 · #3 08-28-2005, 11:56 AM

I also forgot to mention if you have air in the coolent it can keep the light on aswell. Did you have it flushed at a shop or did you DIY?

ncfedcop · #4 08-28-2005, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Markgase2000

I also forgot to mention if you have air in the coolent it can keep the light on aswell. Did you have it flushed at a shop or did you DIY?

Sorry, Have 1997 Grand AM V6 3100 Engine. Did flush and coolant change self.

Markgase2000 · #5 08-28-2005, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ncfedcop

Sorry, Have 1997 Grand AM V6 3100 Engine. Did flush and coolant change self.

Im not 100% sure but I think the 97 and previous models were pretty much the same ODBII setup as the 99+. Dont quote that cus Im not a mechanic. Id give it a try but if you flushed it yourself listen for popping sounds after goin a hard burn. The poping sound will be comming from the coolent lines that will indicate air in the line. Oh and good for you DIY is a great way to learn your car

ncfedcop · #6 08-28-2005, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Markgase2000

Im not 100% sure but I think the 97 and previous models were pretty much the same ODBII setup as the 99+. Dont quote that cus Im not a mechanic. Id give it a try but if you flushed it yourself listen for popping sounds after goin a hard burn. The poping sound will be comming from the coolent lines that will indicate air in the line. Oh and good for you DIY is a great way to learn your car

Fixed: Started Engine, removed reservior cap, tapped front of reservior lightly with channel lock pliers about 6-7 times, saw air bubbles move about in tank and presto light went out..........Thanks for the help !!!!

Markgase2000 · #7 08-28-2005, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ncfedcop

Fixed: Started Engine, removed reservior cap, tapped front of reservior lightly with channel lock pliers about 6-7 times, saw air bubbles move about in tank and presto light went out..........Thanks for the help !!!!

No problemo brother

Ridenour · #8 08-28-2005, 02:41 PM

Mark, where have you been for 3 months???

Markgase2000 · #9 08-28-2005, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Ridenour

Mark, where have you been for 3 months???

In Edmonton bouncing with my Tuner Club lol! This is the most awesome summer ever!
Here check it out http://www.780tuners.com/ its a local club I joined

Join just for fun Ridenour use your name here nobody has one like that here

mattpiper · #10 08-28-2005, 06:48 PM

my colant light stuck on my 93 quad.all i did was bang lightly on the overflow container.not sure if yours is the same as mine, on mine the overflow is where i fill from

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