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Check engine light, thermostat and ECT failure S70

posted by  bucky2003 on  Wed Jan 14 13:46 CST 2004
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I think the thermostat and ECT sensor failed on my S70 during record cold in New England. The car seems to be driving fine, but will I damage more expensive components, if I wait for warmer weather next week before replacing the parts.

Bay 13 suggests using a 7 inch long 40 torx bit(3/8 drive) to remove the thermostat cover, but my auto supply/hardware stores only carry a torx 3/8 inch socket that is too short and fat to reach the back screw. Can anyone suggest a source for the longer torx bit?

If I don't want to drain the coolant, what kind of clamp are people using on the radiator hose to prevent spillage?

Thanks.






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