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12-20-2013, 12:54 PM

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FordService

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Join Date: Oct 2010

Location: MI

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Originally Posted by mikeurbas

My service engine soon light recently went on. I took it to a local auto parts store, and they hooked it up to there analyzer, and told me it was my thermostat. I still am getting hot air. How do o now its not a faulty sensor, and if its the thermostat is it the upper or lower? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Mike.

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Originally Posted by mikeurbas

Thanks for all the help everyone! I now realize it only has one thermostat. My problem is AutoZone's tester only gives general information. I guess I have to bite the bullit [pun intended]and take it to a mechanic to have them put it on there computer so I can see what code number I'm getting.

Hello mikeurbas,

Welcome to the forum! My name is Deysha with Ford Service and I recommend checking with your dealer. Your service manager is in the best position to ensure a proper diagnosis, and will be able to provide available options and/or coverage for any work needed.

You can schedule an appointment online here.

Let me know how it goes!

Deysha

Last edited by FordService; 12-20-2013 at 12:58 PM.

12-20-2013, 05:55 PM

#12

WJBertrand

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Join Date: Jun 2012

Location: CA

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Originally Posted by JimC

Different terms for the same thing. Different years have changed the terms over time.

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OK thanks, so I was wondering why one car had both warnings if they meant the same thing. I've been driving Toyotas for a while and their service engine soon light only means it's time for regular maintenance and there won't be an associated error code. They also have a check engine light which means an error or out of range condition has been detected by the ECU - no overlap in the two lights meanings.