On Fri, 12 Oct 2001 bernd@texas.net wrote:
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> Interesting problem. If the temp gauge isn't too hot, the T'Stat isn't
> sticking...and running it at 180 doesn't hurt anything. I'm wondering why it's
> tripping the code though...others haven't seen this (yet). ;)
>
> - Bernd
Well, who says you can't teach a old Dakota (ok, a young pup at 5 1/2
months old) new tricks...the first error codes had verbage of something
like: Engine too cold for too long...now she's seems more mellow and is
just complaining the engine coolant temperature is too cold...I just reset
the PCM again after installing my new 4 inch Z-tube to the 70mm TB.
I'll see if she is still fickle with the same complaint or has changed her
mind again, and will B&M about something new....geez, Dakotas, you can't
live with them and...well hell, you just can't live without them.
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> > excellent question, and on topic to!!
> >
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Paul Macey" <pmacey@ans.net>
> > Cc: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> > Sent: Friday, October 12, 2001 3:23 PM
> > Subject: DML: 180 T-Stat/Constant Check Engine Light
> >
> >
> > > Howdy...have this same msg posted at dodgedakotas.com, seems a bit slow
> > > there today, sorry for the repeat:
> > >
> > > On my 2001 4.7, it took some time, but after installing the RS 180 T-stat,
> > > I get a constant P1281 Error Code or: Engine coolant temperature remains
> > > below normal operating temperatures.
> > >
> > > I find the colder it is outside, the quicker the code comes back after
> > > resetting the PCM.
> > >
> > > The truck starts, warms up, and performs normally so IMHO, the 180 T-Stat
> > > is probably fine, right? The temp guage is always pegged to it's normal
> > > spot when fully warmed up.
> > >
> > > Is this error code worth a trip to the dealer, or should I continue to
> > > drive and occassionally reset the PCM and check the code to ensure nothing
> > > else pops up? (I could do the old Homer Simpson trick and just tape over
> > > the check engine light...DOH!)
> > >
> > > Is there the possibility of engine damage running in this condition?
> > >
> > > Thanks...
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