Thread: temperature spikes when at idle
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Old 03-20-2008, 11:18 PM
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Something isn't right you have a bunch of problems.

First the electric fans should come on at some point above 100C, 105C for my SDL. But it should never get that high at idle. I have no idea when they are supposed to start on a W123, probably 105C or 110C.

Sounds like your radiator, fan, and possible water pump are marginal. I'd start with a good flush, and check the fan clutch. If the electric fans are not coming on fix those, but thats not your problem.
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