Nissan Micra 1.0 N reg (K11 type)
- Where is the engine temp sensor located? The temperature gauge on the dashboard takes about 8 miles to get into the "Warmed Up" region. Even then, it jumps suddenly from cold to "warmed up". I reckon the temp sender needs replacing. On my old Fiesta, this was a simple "screw out-screw in" job that even I could handle. Same on the Micra?
- At the front of the engine, immediately to the right of the oil dipstick is a hand-sized triangular, curved plate of iron that is positioned between the engine and the radiator. As far as I can tell from consulting my Haynes manual this bit of iron seems to cover the thermostat but I may be wrong and be looking at the opposite end of the engine! I guess this lump of metal is some sort of shield, to protect the radiator from engine high temperatures maybe? Anyway, all
3 screws holding this on to the engine block have rusted, the iron plate itself is very rusty and the whole thing looks ready to drop off. Question: What is this plate called? Do I need to get a new plate fitted or will securing the existing rusty old plate be OK?
Thanks Bruce