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Old 07-29-2015, 05:42 PM
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Just wondering if anyone knows where it is located?
 
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Old 07-29-2015, 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by DuhCar
Just wondering if anyone knows where it is located?
As ridiculous as it sounds...its located in the exterior driver side exterior mirror assembly.
 

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Old 07-30-2015, 12:23 AM
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Originally Posted by WhiteTardis
As ridiculous as it sounds...its located in the exterior driver side exterior mirror assembly.
That's where it is on my C30. It's much more sensitive to direct sunlight that the sensor was on my previous car. On that it was above the bumper, behind the grille. I find my C30 reports quite high in hot weather.
 
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Old 07-30-2015, 12:40 AM
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LOL most interesting post I've read today! good to know.
 
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Old 07-30-2015, 04:55 AM
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Thanks WhiteTardis. That makes sense. In my last BMW it iwas in the fender well and gave more accurate readings on startup. This car requires a few minutes to get the reading down.
 
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Thanks for the info, WhiteTardis. Really interesting to know!
 
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Old 07-30-2015, 05:05 PM
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Heres the kicker. If the temperature sensor fails, the ENTIRE mirror assembly needs to be replaced. I'm not kidding.
 
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Late model Land Rovers have the sensor in the left side mirror too.

Earlier model Jags had the sensor in behind the front bumper.
 
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I'm trying to think of a better location on the F-Type. I can't. There aren't many choices away from engine, drivetrain, brake, and exhaust heat.
 
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Originally Posted by WhiteTardis
Heres the kicker. If the temperature sensor fails, the ENTIRE mirror assembly needs to be replaced. I'm not kidding.
I'm sure I could find a way around that.
 
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You could always just duct tape one of these to your mirror!


 
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'looking kinda cool for this time of year TX...
 
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Originally Posted by uncheel
'looking kinda cool for this time of year TX...
It's Amazing what you can find on the internet...
 
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