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cubamvp · 11-29-2019, 11:48 PM

I was driving and I got a a message stating "ac turn off due to engine running hot" it was a 70 psi and I never got that message before.
I just changed my oil on my car.
Does anyone know what it is? 13 camaro.
Thank you.

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ron123 · 11-30-2019, 12:49 AM

What is the oil level showing on the dip stick now after you changed it?
When engine is cooled completely it would be a good idea to look directly in radiator taking the cap off to see if coolant is at the top of radiator. And then if coolant is fine investigating temperature sensor accuracy be a good next step.

cubamvp · 11-30-2019, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ron123

What is the oil level showing on the dip stick now after you changed it?
When engine is cooled completely it would be a good idea to look directly in radiator taking the cap off to see if coolant is at the top of radiator. And then if coolant is fine investigating temperature sensor accuracy be a good next step.

It shows at the correct level. I put 6 quarts of mobile 1 synthetic.
I'll check again in the morning the oil and the radiator fluids. I did checked the radiator fluids once the problem started but I will once it's cool down in the morning.

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cubamvp · 11-30-2019, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by ron123

What is the oil level showing on the dip stick now after you changed it?
When engine is cooled completely it would be a good idea to look directly in radiator taking the cap off to see if coolant is at the top of radiator. And then if coolant is fine investigating temperature sensor accuracy be a good next step.

Thank you for your help.

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Dogmeat · 11-30-2019, 05:43 AM

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I was driving and I got a a message stating "ac turn off due to engine running hot" it was a 70 psi

Doesn't make sense....WTF was at 70 psi???

Rons1le · 11-30-2019, 05:58 AM

Is it an SS or LT? (V8 or V6)

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ron123 · 11-30-2019, 07:26 AM

OP car is a V6. If oil level is full and radiator is full, then with engine cold, start it up and turn a/c on which should start the electric fans on the radiator spinning fast. I noticed on my car the electric engine bay fans turn on as soon as i turn the a/c on. If the fan in engine bay is turning at high speed then problem maybe a faulty temperature sensor or cooling system thermostat. I would not run the engine very long until you can confirm it is not actually overheating in order to prevent damage.

cubamvp · 12-03-2019, 12:37 AM

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Is it an SS or LT? (V8 or V6)

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V6

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cubamvp · 12-03-2019, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ron123

OP car is a V6. If oil level is full and radiator is full, then with engine cold, start it up and turn a/c on which should start the electric fans on the radiator spinning fast. I noticed on my car the electric engine bay fans turn on as soon as i turn the a/c on. If the fan in engine bay is turning at high speed then problem maybe a faulty temperature sensor or cooling system thermostat. I would not run the engine very long until you can confirm it is not actually overheating in order to prevent damage.

I did a tune up plus the battery was going bad. Bought a new battery as well and it looks like it did the trick.
Thank you all for all your inputs.

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silversleeper · 12-03-2019, 10:41 AM

Yeah, no, a "tuneup" or battery replacement won't fix overheating. You should look at the cooling fans and diagnose the problem. Overheating will destroy your engine and leave your car near worthless or a very expensive repair.

cubamvp · 12-04-2019, 01:01 AM

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Yeah, no, a "tuneup" or battery replacement won't fix overheating. You should look at the cooling fans and diagnose the problem. Overheating will destroy your engine and leave your car near worthless or a very expensive repair.

It worked for me . I haven't got any hot engine mesage. My battery was almost dead so I replaced it too.

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cubamvp · 12-04-2019, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ron123

OP car is a V6. If oil level is full and radiator is full, then with engine cold, start it up and turn a/c on which should start the electric fans on the radiator spinning fast. I noticed on my car the electric engine bay fans turn on as soon as i turn the a/c on. If the fan in engine bay is turning at high speed then problem maybe a faulty temperature sensor or cooling system thermostat. I would not run the engine very long until you can confirm it is not actually overheating in order to prevent damage.

Thank you and I will check it out as well to be sure.

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Rock-It Man · 12-04-2019, 08:32 AM

You can get spurious error messages when the battery is low and sensors aren't getting the required voltage to operate properly. Having said that, "service stabilitrack" seems to be the most common false error. I started seeing that occasionally when the battery was about 7 years old, and never since I replaced it.

BTW, what do you mean by "tuneup"?

cubamvp · 12-06-2019, 11:06 AM

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You can get spurious error messages when the battery is low and sensors aren't getting the required voltage to operate properly. Having said that, "service stabilitrack" seems to be the most common false error. I started seeing that occasionally when the battery was about 7 years old, and never since I replaced it.

BTW, what do you mean by "tuneup"?

Yeah I think it was the battery all along but it was time to do a tune up on my car. Ex. Sparks plugs and all.

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11-29-2019, 11:48 PM	#1
cubamvp Drives: 2013 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Long beach Posts: 323	Hot engine I was driving and I got a a message stating "ac turn off due to engine running hot" it was a 70 psi and I never got that message before. I just changed my oil on my car. Does anyone know what it is? 13 camaro. Thank you. Sent from my moto g(7) using Tapatalk

11-30-2019, 12:49 AM	#2
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,053	What is the oil level showing on the dip stick now after you changed it? When engine is cooled completely it would be a good idea to look directly in radiator taking the cap off to see if coolant is at the top of radiator. And then if coolant is fine investigating temperature sensor accuracy be a good next step. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package.

11-30-2019, 05:58 AM	#6
Rons1le Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE AGM Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Galion, Oh Posts: 531 View My Garage	Is it an SS or LT? (V8 or V6) Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk __________________ 2015 2SS RS 1LE NPP/w Kooks headers, Procharged, ID1050X injectors, Katech belt tensioner, Mighty Mouse Catch Can, BMR subframe connectors, Matco driveshaft loop, AEM Wideband/Boost/Fuel gauges , Z/28 Splitter and Spoiler/w Wicker bill, Power Stop rotors and brake pads, MRR Z/28 Rep Wheels 20" w/p zeros 285 fronts and 305 rears, ZL1 addons Rock guards and Tow hook, Rear window louvers, Flags on the quarter windows and the moonroof, Billet aluminum door handles.

11-30-2019, 07:26 AM	#7
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,053	OP car is a V6. If oil level is full and radiator is full, then with engine cold, start it up and turn a/c on which should start the electric fans on the radiator spinning fast. I noticed on my car the electric engine bay fans turn on as soon as i turn the a/c on. If the fan in engine bay is turning at high speed then problem maybe a faulty temperature sensor or cooling system thermostat. I would not run the engine very long until you can confirm it is not actually overheating in order to prevent damage. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package.

12-03-2019, 10:41 AM	#10
silversleeper Big Crow Drives: '13 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: California Posts: 1,551	Yeah, no, a "tuneup" or battery replacement won't fix overheating. You should look at the cooling fans and diagnose the problem. Overheating will destroy your engine and leave your car near worthless or a very expensive repair.

12-04-2019, 08:32 AM	#13
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,043 View My Garage	You can get spurious error messages when the battery is low and sensors aren't getting the required voltage to operate properly. Having said that, "service stabilitrack" seems to be the most common false error. I started seeing that occasionally when the battery was about 7 years old, and never since I replaced it. BTW, what do you mean by "tuneup"?