false overheat
I have a 2006 V-10 on the F-53 , Had the temp gauge max out while idling. It went into limp mode, let it rest for a bit and it was fine. Engine did not seem hot at all, no antifreeze smell. When I got...
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FarmerBob wrote:
The "overheat" occurred while idling after a 5 hr drive. Went into limp mode. Shut off engine and re started and it was fine other than engine check light. Scan said code p1299 and that the temp got to 253.
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