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Sneeks20 · 03-21-2011, 11:40 PM

Highest i've seen mine is 214.

CamaroBC · 08-20-2011, 01:59 PM

ditto

BlackPlague · 08-20-2011, 02:03 PM

i saw mine hit 217...but it was also almost 120 degrees outside in stop and go traffic

Baba · 08-20-2011, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedVictory

I hate to ask this but can anyone send me a photo or description of what the engine temp guage position should look like when its warmed up? I just want to make sure that the engine does not get hot

The car is under warranty so if need be i will take it back in

Your engine temp gauge should be slightly below the halfway mark. As several members have stated, 235 degrees is NOT normal. I would be uncomfortable if my engine temp went above 220 degrees (even sitting in a dog-day-miles-long summer traffic back-up with the AC running).

If you're not completely satisfied with your dealer's assessment and your confidence is not inspired, take it to another dealer and have them check it out. It's worth the inconvenience to take it in and have "peace of mind".

bmorecam · 08-20-2011, 05:13 PM

I think this confirm for the op that 235 is not normal. Take the car back and demand to be looked at again or find another dealer.

I never seen mine go up to 235 either and I do datalog my car ALOT, and coolant temp is one thing that I keep my eyes on especially my morning's first start so I'll know not to push it too hard until the engine is fully warmed which is around 195*. Just a habit I have from my turbo days.

TJ91 · 08-20-2011, 05:18 PM

mines gone as high as 110 which iis 230!! Should I be worried, I have a Vararam intake

doctorgpharmd · 08-20-2011, 09:30 PM

My 2LT/ RS ran at 205 fully warmed up, give or take 5 degrees...

texcraig · 08-20-2011, 10:09 PM

Mine always runs 205 degrees.

BaylorCamaro · 08-20-2011, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Sir Nuke

235 is NOT normal.......mine runs 205 ALL the time. Like nancy suggested, take it to another dealer before it goes south on ya.

Mine's always around 199-205. I'd get it checked out.

Flashpoint135 · 08-20-2011, 11:02 PM

Keep in mind the gauge might be faulty / not accurate. The OP states the coolant level was "very low" so the temp. sensor may not have been able to correctly measure actual coolant temp. It is also possible the fact that there wasn't enough coolant may have contributed to the high temp.

B1G-AL · 08-20-2011, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nancygrl

Heck, even in nascar, when their hot-rods get that high they know there's a problem.

My Vette used to run 230-240 and that was normal!

2010SLVRBULIT · 07-08-2012, 09:30 AM

Yesterday noticed mine fluctuated 199-207 degrees, w/ an outside temp of ^70 C. Coolant reservoir level OK, coolant not hot/warm(as if been recycled). Guess this is normal for the LLT engine...? Initially thought this was running too warm for a cool(er) day.

nyrfan · 07-08-2012, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2010SLVRBULIT

Yesterday noticed mine fluctuated 199-207 degrees, w/ an outside temp of ^70 C. Coolant reservoir level OK, coolant not hot/warm(as if been recycled). Guess this is normal for the LLT engine...? Initially thought this was running too warm for a cool(er) day.

Very normal. Mine frequently runs in the low teens here in FL. In fact the fan does on kick on until you are in the 220's.

jd10013 · 07-08-2012, 10:22 AM

mine is a 2012 LFX with the dexcol and it never goes above 183, and is usually at 180. even yesterday when it was 105 outside it cruised at 180 and peaked at 183 when stopped and idling.

08-20-2011, 02:03 PM	#17
BlackPlague Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT (Prod. #115) Join Date: May 2011 Location: Gloucester County, NJ Posts: 116	i saw mine hit 217...but it was also almost 120 degrees outside in stop and go traffic __________________ 2011 Chevy Camaro 2LT/RS Vert A6 in CGM -mods pending ;D 2010 Chevy Camaro 1LT 6M, Prod #115, Black W/ Cyber Grey stripes [TRADED]

08-20-2011, 05:18 PM	#20
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	mines gone as high as 110 which iis 230!! Should I be worried, I have a Vararam intake __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

08-20-2011, 10:09 PM	#22
texcraig Drives: 2011 2LT RS White/Orng Strip Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Kyle, Tx Posts: 94	Mine always runs 205 degrees. __________________

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03-21-2011, 11:40 PM	#15
Sneeks20 Account Suspended Drives: your woman wild... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SO CAL Posts: 751 View My Garage	Highest i've seen mine is 214.

08-20-2011, 01:59 PM	#16
CamaroBC Drives: Cyber Grey 2LT RS Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NY Posts: 757	ditto

08-20-2011, 05:13 PM	#19
bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	I think this confirm for the op that 235 is not normal. Take the car back and demand to be looked at again or find another dealer. I never seen mine go up to 235 either and I do datalog my car ALOT, and coolant temp is one thing that I keep my eyes on especially my morning's first start so I'll know not to push it too hard until the engine is fully warmed which is around 195*. Just a habit I have from my turbo days.

08-20-2011, 09:30 PM	#21
doctorgpharmd Banned Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Silver Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Morristown NJ Posts: 103	My 2LT/ RS ran at 205 fully warmed up, give or take 5 degrees...

08-20-2011, 11:02 PM	#24
Flashpoint135 Drives: 2016 SS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Newark, NY Posts: 1,283	Keep in mind the gauge might be faulty / not accurate. The OP states the coolant level was "very low" so the temp. sensor may not have been able to correctly measure actual coolant temp. It is also possible the fact that there wasn't enough coolant may have contributed to the high temp.

07-08-2012, 09:30 AM	#26
2010SLVRBULIT Drives: G5(LLT) & C6(LS3) Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: MARS Posts: 7,527 View My Garage	Yesterday noticed mine fluctuated 199-207 degrees, w/ an outside temp of ^70 C. Coolant reservoir level OK, coolant not hot/warm(as if been recycled). Guess this is normal for the LLT engine...? Initially thought this was running too warm for a cool(er) day.

07-08-2012, 10:22 AM	#28
jd10013 Drives: 2012 camaro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: central VA Posts: 3,196	mine is a 2012 LFX with the dexcol and it never goes above 183, and is usually at 180. even yesterday when it was 105 outside it cruised at 180 and peaked at 183 when stopped and idling.