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Question posted by marthak on November 9th, 2012

Message Center: Security, Engine Hot

I have the required coolant in my radiator, why is the message center keep saying engine running hot?  Message center does not say check engine.  It says security.

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Owner's Manual - Page 97

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Owner's Manual - Page 122

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Owner's Manual - Page 129

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Owner's Manual - Page 273

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Owner's Manual - Page 275

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Owner's Manual - Page 279

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Owner's Manual - Page 282

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Owner's Manual - Page 285

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Owner's Manual - Page 379

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