Even though the switch has been recently replaced, it could still be the
culprit if you're pretty sure the expansion tank (not overflow) is full.

Karl Wolz

----- Original Message -----
From: John Lauterbach <jhlauterbach@EMAIL.MSN.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 1999 9:34 PM
Subject: Re: The little red light

> Kate, you still have some air in your cooling system.  Your mechanic
should
> be glad to rebleed the system since it appears that he did not do the job
> completely.
>
> John
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Kate McLaughlin <KateMacMac@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 1999 10:58 PM
> Subject: The little red light
>
>
> > Hi all!  My 86 Vanagon, Stella, has recently regained consciousness (her
> > transmission was rebuilt).  Anyway, I've noticed that the warning light
> > for the coolant has been staying on after I start her up.  The problem
> > usually resolves itself after I turn her off, and restart.  I have
> > checked the coolant levels, and all is fine.  I had the sensor replaced
> > in March or so.  Any suggestions on why this crazy little light is
> > pestering me?
> >
> > Peace, Love, and Granola
> > Kat