Many post ~2005 vehicle's run some kind of LOS when coolant temperature exceeds a predetermined threshold.
Possible knackered engine
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Many post ~2005 vehicle's run some kind of LOS when coolant temperature exceeds a predetermined threshold.
Colthebrummie
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In my experience, you may get away with it. If all seems well after the new hose is fitted, change the oil as soon as you can.
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Didn't you hear any noises from the engine, knocking etc?
SPIPLLYTD5
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no noise at all. Also when recovery man put water in it was pouring out but he did start it and drive it 100m to get to a bit safer place and it seemed fine but obvs that was only 100m
I had a burst hose on mine on the motorway. It was early and I was still half asleep so the first thing I noticed was that I was having to give it more pedal to maintain speed. I eventually got to full throttle and my speed was gradually dropping off- I think I was down to about 50mph flat out. Then the red coolant light came on which prompted me to look at the gauge! I got recovered, new hose fitted and it ran perfectly for many years after. I've read that there is a fuel limiter function in the ECU in the event of high coolant temp and my experience would support that.
