The oil temperature gauge falls into the everything-else group of gauges - please check the gauges primer for more info.  Keep in mind that oil temps are highly dependent on ambient temps.
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Oil Temperature recommendations:
Recommendations by: Normal Range Beware! Danger!!!
FC3S Pro
(sensor located under oil filter
 mount via Racing Beat adapter)
160°F to 200°F
71.11°C to 93.33°C
220°F
104.44°C
Over 240°F
Over 115.56°C
Mazda Competition
(all temps taken in oil pan)
160°F to 175°F
71.11°C to 79.44°C
(before break-in)

195°F to 230°F
90.56°C to 110.00°C
(after break-in)
N/A Over 250°F
Over 121.11°C
Racing Beat
(sensor location not specified)
140°F to 200°F
60.00°C to 93.33°C
210°F
98.89°C
Over 210°F
Over 98.89°C
All temperature conversions courtesy of:  Process Associates of America




Questions?  Comments?  Send mail to:  reted@fc3spro.com

03/09/2004