dietermystic74
Fluence Overheating and Slow Warm Up
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A 2012 Renault Fluence diesel is experiencing overheating and slow warm-up issues. The suspected causes include a faulty thermostat, cooling circuit motor, or map thermostat. Erratic temperature sensor readings suggest a map thermostat failure, a known weak spot affecting the coolant system and temperature control. A professional inspection of the thermostat and cooling system is recommended to prevent further damage.
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dietermystic74 (community.author)
Thanks. Can you say more about the temperature sensor readings you saw? Were they fluctuating erratically, or consistently low/high? And what was the root cause in your case?
horstkoehler22
Yeah, the readings were jumping all over the place, totally erratic. My mechanic said it was classic map thermostat failure. Apparently, they’re a known weak spot. It messes with the whole coolant system and temperature control. I'd bet that's your culprit too. Get it checked out at a workshop, before it cooks something important!
dietermystic74 (community.author)
Thanks. Based on your experience and the likely cause, I'll arrange a professional inspection of the thermostat and cooling system. Appreciate your help.
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horstkoehler22
Hey! Sounds like the drama I had with my Fluence. Symptoms are identical. I was pulling my hair out trying to figure it out. Did you check the temperature sensor readings? Mine were all over the place. Could also be a sticky water pump, but those usually make a racket before they die.