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Xcessive · 06-09-2008, 04:42 PM

The light on in my dash looks like my water level light is on but I am full of coolant. Could this mean something else like my water pump is going out. I only have 80000 miles on the car. Any suggestions.

*GTAHVIT* · 06-09-2008, 04:59 PM

A little more info would help.

What kid of car.. Maybe a pic of the light would be good.

theholycow · 06-09-2008, 06:29 PM

I had a '97 Grand Am with the same problem. I don't remember if I ever figured it out, so I'm not sure why I'm wasting your time with this post...

SoFlaZ · 06-09-2008, 06:47 PM

Could be a bad coolant level sensor. Happened to my dad's 96 twice so far. though he has 205,000miles!!!

Xcessive · 06-09-2008, 10:06 PM

Thanks for the help. I will get a pic up tomorrow to make it easier.

*CamaroSpike23* · 06-10-2008, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SoFlaZ

Could be a bad coolant level sensor. Happened to my dad's 96 twice so far. though he has 205,000miles!!!

probably what it is.

when was the last time you serviced your coolant? (drain/refill)? have you bled the system lately?

z28collection · 06-10-2008, 10:05 AM

my did the same thing, light on, full of fluid. i replaced the coolant reservoir sensor and its fixed. hope that helps good luck.

Xcessive · 06-11-2008, 05:05 PM

Flushed the system and refilled it. Light is still on. Where is this sensor so I can change it. I cant find it.

punkdrum01 · 06-11-2008, 05:23 PM

My 99 z28 (w/96k miles) is doing the exact same thing, and has been for about 8 months. I just ignore it. I was told the sensor on 4th gens are about as reliable as the window motors.

*CamaroSpike23* · 06-12-2008, 09:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xcessive

Flushed the system and refilled it. Light is still on. Where is this sensor so I can change it. I cant find it.

http://shbox.com/1/low_coolant.jpg

http://shbox.com/1/4th_gen_tech2.html#low_coolant_lamp

and for all you lt1 guys...

http://shbox.com/page/index.html

and http://zmydust.com/

adamgl · 07-28-2011, 11:03 AM

I have the same problem on a 98 z-28. I got the electric hook up off the sensor. How do you take the sensor off? And do you lose any coolant from removing it. It looks about 1/3 of the way down on the radiator. Thanks.

06-09-2008, 04:42 PM	#1
Xcessive Drives: 1997 Z28 Camaro 30th Ann. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Frisco, Tx Posts: 9	Light on in my dash The light on in my dash looks like my water level light is on but I am full of coolant. Could this mean something else like my water pump is going out. I only have 80000 miles on the car. Any suggestions.

06-09-2008, 04:59 PM	#2
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	A little more info would help. What kid of car.. Maybe a pic of the light would be good. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

06-10-2008, 10:05 AM	#7
z28collection waiting for 5th gen Drives: 99 z28 6 speed, 81 z28 auto Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: chapin s.c. Posts: 195	coolant level sensor my did the same thing, light on, full of fluid. i replaced the coolant reservoir sensor and its fixed. hope that helps good luck. __________________ speed kills-drive a ford and live forever http://www.myspace.com/ashleyjfowlkes

07-28-2011, 11:03 AM	#11
adamgl Drives: '98 Camaro Z28, '06 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 533	I have the same problem on a 98 z-28. I got the electric hook up off the sensor. How do you take the sensor off? And do you lose any coolant from removing it. It looks about 1/3 of the way down on the radiator. Thanks. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS A6 Sold :( ARH, FM Super 44's, K&N CAI, ADM scoop, Diablo Tune, RX catch can. '98 Camaro Z28 M6 TSP headers, true duals, AIR/EGR/AC/muffler delete, CAI, Subframe con., shock tower brace, Stg. 2 T56 rebuild. Monster Clutch Stg. 2, Electric Water Pump, TT2 wheels, 315 NT555's '06 Z06 2LZ, Cam, P/P/M Heads, FAST Intake/TB, ARH, CAI, HP Clutch/FW, C5 Axles, Pfadt Coilovers/Poly Bushings, Carbon Fiber: Everything, lol. HID's, 360 Forged Spec 5's/Invo's, Custom Interior. 550 RWHP http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=235911

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06-09-2008, 06:47 PM	#4
SoFlaZ Drives: 2013 SS LS3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: WPB FL Posts: 947 View My Garage	Could be a bad coolant level sensor. Happened to my dad's 96 twice so far. though he has 205,000miles!!!

06-09-2008, 10:06 PM	#5
Xcessive Drives: 1997 Z28 Camaro 30th Ann. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Frisco, Tx Posts: 9	Thanks for the help. I will get a pic up tomorrow to make it easier.

06-11-2008, 05:05 PM	#8
Xcessive Drives: 1997 Z28 Camaro 30th Ann. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Frisco, Tx Posts: 9	Flushed the system and refilled it. Light is still on. Where is this sensor so I can change it. I cant find it.

06-11-2008, 05:23 PM	#9
punkdrum01 Drives: 1999 z28 Vert Black/Black Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 176	My 99 z28 (w/96k miles) is doing the exact same thing, and has been for about 8 months. I just ignore it. I was told the sensor on 4th gens are about as reliable as the window motors.