1977 280E Normal Operating Temp?
I have a 1977 280E. Wanted to know the normal operating temperature is for this car. The gauge reads between 80 and 40 (presume it's 60 degrees celsius). Please let me know what this should be reading.
Thanks.
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1977 280E Automatic Transmission doesn't lock in park ??
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1981 300D Non-Turbo Veggie: Not enough engine heat
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