Normal operating range? (temp)

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Aug 1, 2017 | 01:48 PM

GACIVICDX

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Normal operating range? (temp)

What part of the gauge is normal for the needle to be in for a 2002 DX with a 1.7? I live in GA where it's hot, thanks.

Aug 1, 2017 | 07:40 PM

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Re: Normal operating range? (temp)

Roughly just below half way up the meter.

Aug 2, 2017 | 04:02 AM

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Roughly just below half way up the meter.

Thanks. CEL came on for bad thermostat, replaced it and all set now. How do I reset the CEL?

Aug 2, 2017 | 05:58 AM

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Re: Normal operating range? (temp)

Continue to monitor the overheating as these engines are notorious for bad head gaskets. Once it overheats - you may warp the head $$$. I use a scanner to erase the CEL and codes.

Aug 2, 2017 | 09:25 AM

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Continue to monitor the overheating as these engines are notorious for bad head gaskets. Once it overheats - you may warp the head $$$. I use a scanner to erase the CEL and codes.

It didn't get that hot, temp is spot on now even after many hours of driving.