Alarm And Temp Gauge

[Guest Scoobystu]

Hi

 

Just bought a Modeo 2.0 Estate, 1997 model as a replacement as my last car packed in suddenly. The car is nice enough but it has a few problems.

 

Sometimes when you lock the door and the alarm is armed it goes off after about a minute (I am guessing that this is the time it takes to set). I am not too worried if the alarm works or not so I was wondering if it is possible to disconnect it at the door lock on the drivers side? As long as it locks I would be happy.

 

Also the engine temp gauge never seems to reach the normal operating range, although the engine is definately warm enough. Is this a problem? Does the ECU use this reading to determine fuel mixtures etc. Is it necessary to replace it?

 

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

Does anyone have a tow bar that they want to get rid of?

 

Cheers

 

Stu

[Guest j_mchattie]

The ECU works off a different sensor to the dash gauge. The ECU also controls the radiator fan.

 

They are both located on the thermostat housing, and if your draining the system to change one - change both. They are under a tenner each. Also the thermostat is a good idea on a new (to you) car.

 

The alarm has a rest period before setting. See Mirezs site to tell you more/fault find.

 

http://www.mirez.co.uk/

 

 

 

James

www.jimmycricket.com

[Guest Scoobystu]

Thanks for that information.

 

Had a look at the Mirez site which is really useful.

 

Thanks again.

 

Stu

[Guest j_mchattie]

A couple more you might like:

 

http://www.btinternet.com/~madmole/

 

http://www.jimmycricket.com

(My site)