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2002 Ford Mustang 3.8L Temp gauge goes in the red, sets a p1285 code
Posted to Ford Engine on 6/7/2012 23 Replies

hello from soggy florida. I have this 3.8 mustang which showes to be over heating on the interstate. and sets a code p1285 "excessive temp".

I can look at the pid on my scanner and it showes 250deg and the guage is in the red. I check the engine temp @ the w...

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car Vehicle Data

2002 Ford Mustang

VIN 1FAFP44422
Engine3.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedTemp Gauge Goes in the Red, Sets a P1285 Code
Message Closed w/Summary

car Vehicle Data

2002 Ford Mustang

VIN 1FAFP44422
Engine3.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFuel Injection
AffectedTemp Gauge Goes in the Red, Sets a P1285 Code