Vauxhall Corsa 2010 Radiator temperature sensor fault P00B3
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- Replacing the Vauxhall Corsa 2010 Radiator temperature sensor, when you get the engine MIL (Emissions light) and the error code P00B3.
The sensor is a cheap replacement, parts are shown below on ebay:
Amazon link for coolant sensor: amzn.to/35AQ38e
Bluetooth OBD tool: www.ebay.co.uk/...
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Your video has sorted my P00B6 error. Sensor cost £16 (GSF) fix took 20 mins including watching the video. Old ‘O’ ring remained in radiator. Pushing new sensor in and pulling out (quickly blocking rad hole with finger!) pulled out old ‘O’ ring. Brilliant & clear video. Thank you.
Great news glad you've got it sorted David
Thanks so much, just did this myself, the most fiddly bit was getting the clip off. £18 for the part and saved myself £80! ❤️
Thx a lot Andy, especially for locating the sensor as Vauxhall ( Opel in Germany) varied it many times over the years. It'll help me a lot. The OBD fault code in my car appears as P00b4, which is related to that very sensor telling the CPU the coolant/engine is not heating up properly. Same part different problem. Swapping the sensors should fix it.
Cheers from Hannover, Germany
Thanks! Helped me to fix my Opel Corsa 2010. I had error codes P00B3 and P0116 (Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Range).
Thank you for sharing your very clear description. Just what I was looking for.
I did this. Got the part for £8 from euro car parts. I’m not the best mechanic in the world but managed it and the engine lights come off and seems fine. The only problem I encountered was on the new sensor the rubber bung was bigger so didn’t fit properly so I ended up losing a lot of coolant. I ended up having to take the bung off the old one and put it into the new one. As of yet no problems though. Thanks !!!!!
Thank you so much. I don't have the OBD but changing the radiator temperature sensor solved my problem. Radiator fan has finally stopped running
On my corsa D 2010, Radiator fan start running soon as I start car. No boiling or overheating. I hope this sensor will solve my problem
Very helpful! This video saved me £70 which my local garage wanted to charge me to change the sensor! It only took me five minutes to change and only cost me a tenner! Cheers!
Where did you get the sensor from.
Fixed my girlfriend's 2012 Corsa but the retaining clip was backward! I had to grab the clip from the other side of the plastic it rests against by wedging my pliers through a small (around the size of 4 fingers) rectangular hole next to the sensor and pulling it out while being very careful not to drop the damn thing.
Life saver!! Doing this when I finally finish work!
Great video thanks
Mine ain't showing any lights don't think there's anything up
But will it hurt if I just change it I've ordered the wrong one but thought ill just put this one in.
Ordered wrong one I have will it hurt if I just change it the one in my car now nothings up but as I have a new one
Thanks Andy, very clear and helpful.
Great simple explanation thank you
Thanks going to change mine good information
Thanks for the video.. Helped out when I needed the help.
Cheers
No problem 👍
Good video thanks roy 😊
Great video as per usual. Can I ask is this the limited edition Vauxhall Corsa?
Hi, thank you! And yes, it's sxi edition with the 'racing' style seats, factory stiffer suspension, etc
Worked like a dream thanks
Was the clip easy to put back on. I bought a Hass replacement sensor and can't see where the clip would be clipped on. Thx.
Hi, Thanks for sharing this video very helpful. I don’t have an OBD plug in so will it make a different if I change the sensor and then take it to a garage afterward to get them to clear the code? Thanks
thank you very much
Glad it's helped
My sensor is not located there any ideas where it could however I have found the plug unplugged and not sure where it goes
I changed this. But it turned out to be a red wire 20cm from the ECU that corroded about 5mm, that tells fan to come on.
Good tip that, thanks for contributing
My Corsa D year 2007 manufactured 1.4 l petrol does not seem to have any sensors on its radiator, been looking for it everywhere, it seems the fan relays rely on engine coolant temperature sensing and fan slow speed or high speed seems to come on randomly, not coming on when it should and car is severely overheating, loosing coolant from overflow escape from the filling bottle, have changed thermostat, replaced water pump, replaced bottle cap, but still not helped with overheating, have got coolant tested for any head gasket leakages, still test proved negative, internal heating does not work either, blows cold air all the time, no heating in winter, its full of gremlins, I suspect the heating control valve operated by electrical signals is jammed up, because when the engine is boiling hot the small size hoses leading to internal matrix remain cold to touch, even when the heating control is set to hot position. Can't seem to get to the bottom of it.
Could a bad radiator temperature sensor be causing my radiator fan not to turn on? I checked the fan motor and fuses and all work
It could, however normally the fan would fail to bring on constantly not off. Have you checked the fan relay? As that's common to fail after a while. You can also test by bypassing the relay to force the fan to get power, that way you'd know for sure the fan itself and wiring is working ok
does your car start if this is the problem, because mine cranks but wont start, and i have the flashing coolant light up as well.
does the engine temperature sensor and radiator temperature sensor have same part code number? thanks
Thanks for this my daughters Corsa overheated and dumped coolant out. Same code. Would a stuck thermostat show the same code ?
Hey Pal. Did you ever sort the problem? My daughter having same issue.
Greetings. Link of the replacement is off, can you add one from amazon instead? thx!
Hi there. Thanks for letting me know the link no longer works. This one is the same sensor:
amzn.to/35AQ38e
My Corsa d 1.2 2010, I’ve bought this angled sensor as I’m getting a amber car with spanner showing and radiator fan running constantly, I took it for a drive and the engine temperature stays at a very low temperature 15c on my dash.
Is there a another sensor on the water pump? It looks like my water pump is hidden with all the top plastic covering,
I’ve read the other sensor is on the right side where the 2 rubber pipes from expansion tank goes into engine?
Hi, yes you're right there is a second temperature sensor on the right. Take a look at my other video about coolant issues on the corsa and it might help you - czcams.com/video/EX39OxE7VFA/video.html
@@junkendriven I’m certain I’ve fixed my issue Andy, I was getting a amber car with spanner symbol on my dash staying on all the time and radiator fan constantly running, I noticed there was hot coolant going from the expansion tank into the engine but the pipe that comes back out ‘THROUGH’ the thermostat into the radiator was cold even when engine running and my temperature on my dash in the hidden options was staying the same, I changed my radiator temperature sensor that didn’t work but I replaced my thermostat and it’s fixed and hot coolant all around now and thermostat is opening and closing properly
Tomorrow I’m gonna flush my coolant system, I’ve got 5l of de-ironised water to flush the system then new coolant
@@jamesmcrory8990 Great news James, glad you're sorted. That is exactly what happened in that second video of mine to the Corsa, it seems the thermostat on these fail CLOSED (unusual failure state!) and cause the issue with hot coolant backing into the expansion tank.
Glad you're sorted, and yes I plan on flushing mine out soon too just as a precaution. I had to replace the expansion tank too due to a crack in it.
@@junkendriven I’ll watch your 2nd video later and tomorrow I’ll have a look for that second sensor
@@junkendriven one job I want to attempt next is replacing my shock absorbers and springs, I’ve never done it before but I’ve watched your video about this, it is Dangerous with the springs but will take it easy, safety comes first
Thank you for the video. It was a great help. Managed to change mine fine.
The emissions light has went off, however, I still seem to be getting some of the same symptoms...some stuttering at idle, lower fuel economy, etc. Any suggestions on why I'd still be getting issues after replacing this?
Could be a few things, I'd do a full service first, especially changing the spark plugs, I did that also recently to a car having stuttering and misfiring causing engine management to come on, they're cheap and easy to do, just take care taking the top 'cap' off as the rubber boots sometimes get stuck, if they do and they rip then you'll need to replace (As I had to as the rubber had perished)
Andy Brown appreciate the reply. The only thing I didn't mention before was that I was getting the p00B3 code from the title. Is the problem likely to lie somewhere else still? I was under the impression that my symptoms could be cause by a temperature sensor not playing nice. Would just be weird to get the code up and the issue being somewhere else?
@@MrMintMouse Bit later, but take a look at this video: czcams.com/video/VBY15y1OKyk/video.html It might be related as this was the next problem we had with stuttering, poor fuel economy, etc.
Hi, I've replaced this part but the engine light is still on, any help?
Hi, do u know where the "Engine temperature sensor" is? I got the error code "P00B7-00 Engine coolant flow insufficient" error. Thanks
I have a similar problem my fan on my corsa d does not seem to kick in at all goes well over 100 on the temperature and never kicks in any ideas would be good
Hey Jamie do you ever find out what your problem was?
Hi Andy, When you clear the codes half way through the video, is it safe to turn the engine on while the new sensor is plugged in to the electrics but not into the coolant slot to see if the code still appears after clearing?
Yes you should be fine doing that since you've got the electrical connector plugged in. You'll have to block the fitting though so you don't lose all the coolant!
Just curious, but where is the Engine Coolant Sensor on this engine...
I have fault code p0117. Changed this per video as fan was also always on, but didn't seem to help. Can anyone advise me please
Excellent tutorial video. What is called the clip that catches the sensor?you disassemble it with pliers. What is it called?
It's the retaining clip, it holds the sensor in place
@@AlishaAshby thank you
I’m les to believe the rad coolant sensor is the same as the other temperature sensor. ? So you know this to be correct. I’ve a problem with my circuit. Suspecting broken wire or temp sensor. Two new thermos still don’t open stuck closed on my corsa d 1.2
Not sure if they're the same temperature sensor unfortunately, parts index for the corsa should help you on their part numbers, etc. If thermostats don't open then yes sounds like you have an issue with the signal coming from the ECU, so it's either the temperature sensors or the trigger wires from the ECU to your thermostat. Good luck
thanks
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can you please give me an idea, my car is opel zafira B 1.6 of 2006 show these codes on the screen p111505 and p111606. after I have changed many parts and the problem continues again, I have changed the temperature sensors in the radiator and in the thermostat, the original thermostat has been changed, the new deposit cap, the water pump. I don't know what to change, I have spent a lot of money but no solution please help me with any idea
Hi, both fault codes would lead me to a faulty sensor or wiring to the sensor.
You could test by leaving one sensor totally unplugged, clear codes then drive for a short trip then check if codes came back. Then do the other way round, see if it throws any different codes and that may help you find which one is the problem.
I suspect the wiring or connector to them has become damaged.
thank you
@junkendriven When I removed the sensor tape in the radiator yesterday, the light went out with the dashboard
@junkendriven I think I have the same temperature sensors as the one in the radiator, that's why this happens to me, I have to buy a separate code
now i removed the wire to the radiator sensor again and the spanner light does not come on what do you think this problem is please help me with any ideas if you can
hi, any idea if the 2 sensors are the same
not sure, checking the data sheets it shows the Water temperature sensor thats on the thermostat housing is part 55353807 and 6338045
thanks
Still getting the same fault ?????
Done this still getting the same fault code
Hi mate, just came across your video whilst looking for a solution to my problem. My radiator fan doesn't come on at all and it's causing the engine to overheat. I have a 2014 Corsa. The fan does work as I tested that by hooking it up directly to the battery. I can't seem to find what's wrong as the fuses and relays aren't dead. The fan doesn't come on when I have the air con on either. Any ideas?
Got the same problem now, how did you go?
I have that same light on in my corsa, its started overheating and boiling. Is it still worth changing the sensor?
You need the ecu codes checking first, there is another fault called poob4 which means the fab doesnt come on (p00b3 means fan on all the time) I would also check the rocker cover for sludge/mayo also the diaphragm in the rocker cover may be nackerd, new rocker and gasket on Ebay is 45 quid.
Hi mate I got a p0117 on the obd and it said it's this sensor p00b3 is that deferent as mine is a vauxhall adam same sensor as you are fitting
A lot of engines are the same so just compare the model, but you may need to check technical documents for your specific engine model
@@junkendriven thanks mate
On my corsa D 2010, Radiator fan start running soon as I start car. No boiling or overheating. I hope this sensor will solve my problem
Also, make sure your air con is switched off! Having the a/c on switches the cooling radiator fan on too
@@junkendriven Thanks for reply. Air Con. is switched off.. OBD Code is P00B6 "Radiator Coolant Temperature/Engine Coolant Temperature Correlation
".. I really hope it's a faulty sensor..
Good day sir
i have opel corsa D 1.4 petrol engine A14XER , i have diagnosed the Car and get two unknown fault Code as 059700 and 00B700 Please can you help me what could be the problem with those two faults code? what do i need to replace please .
Hi 59700 and 59900 is the engine coolant thermostat heater control circuit. Search up on that, but it sounds like it has thrown a fault. If so you can try just replacing the thermostat heater itself rather than the whole thermostat housing as they are separated. Search for the thermostat. Location, it's at the front (bumper) left side of engine. I can't be 100% sure on it but from your description that sounds like the fault there.
@@junkendriven Hi sir
I have replaced already the thermostats and it was completely Burned out , but after replacing it the fault code is reading but the spanner warning light disappear and when I'm driving the car is no longer moving fast like before , it loosing power more especially on hill you could feel that the car is not moving even though keep accelerating
@@fhatuwanimakungo24 sounds like several faults. After replacing the thermostat did you clear the codes? That may be why the code is still appearing. Lack of power could be lots of things in addition. Replaced spark plugs? (See my other videos) cleaned EGR? lots of things unfortunately so keep looking for other signs
As long as it is just the fan running constant and not like ours that melted the cabling on the dash end plug due to overcurrent on the fan. The usual fire hazard fault. :(
Hii
Which were the symptoms when the sensor broke ?
Poor MPG, bad performance (underpowered), cooling fans constantly on and MIL light illuminated.
@@junkendriven I have a problem that my fan keeps working when the car is warm, and the thermostat is closed when the fan is constantly in use, can it be up to that sensor ? not any mistakes on the table !
can't see for your light
Could this be the fault with mime? It's a 2010 vxr and fan comes on and off every ten minutes even when cold. Thanks.
Danny Beresford hmm, if it comes on and off it could be something else as faulty sensor normally either works or it doesn't. Also the fan is on when air con is on so bear that in mind. Other thing is it could be the radiator or coolant has gunk in clogging it and impeding water flow. Check pipes (carefully!) for hot or cold patches
Andy Brown Thanks mate I'm gonna try it with air con off. Would it go off straight away or a while after air come turned off?
Danny Beresford no worries! Will go off a few minutes after air con switched off. If not see if it still does the same and a coolant flush might be in order. Feel free to email me :-) andy at thebmwz3 dot Co dot UK (ironic I know with a corsa!)
Andy Brown Thanks mate I'll get back to you 2moz and let you know.
@@danny8468 hey mate did you ever find out what your problem was.?
Awwrite pal. Will the obd your useing work on ma 2008 corsa 1.4 d??? Cheers
Hi, which OBD device are you referring to? All basic ones will read the basic codes (engine P codes) on these, but won't read SRS and other advanced systems.
@@junkendriven cheers. The wan in the vid.
@@kev84v Ah sorry, didn't realise which one was in this vid! It's just an ELM327 clone adapter, they're all over ebay ebay.us/Yruk2m then you use Torque app on an android phone to use it. They're very basic so don't do a lot but will read basic engine codes from most OBD compatible cars (So yes 2008 corsa will work if your engine light is on it'll get you the fault code)
I have a same problem vahxhall corsa 2011
You should really only clear the code AFTER changing sensor
Normal practice is to clear it before making any changes, as you can get transient codes that are due to a sensor malfunction or one-off error, so clearing before confirms the fault is still there otherwise you may not know if the replacement part has corrected the fault code.
Mmm Thats an NTC thermistor, P003B is sensor circuit low voltage.Usually a shorted sensor) With key on ecm will see little or no volts so puts up the code. (if it was open circuit rad temp would read high)
It made no difference to mine my fan still on all the time any other ideas
Hi Michelle, that's odd the fans are on all the time. Oh one thing, make sure your air-con is switched OFF when you're checking as air-con forces the cooling fans to come on constantly. Other than that it might be the fan relays stuck/jammed so might be worth checking those too.
Andy Brown yeah my air cons off
@@madcarer31 did you work out the issue in the end? I have the same problem. I have the spanner light on though and no error code when I check with OBD tool. I changed the blower resistor, but problem is still there...
Yh unfortunately my thermostat in radiator was shattered and the head gasket was on way out
@@madcarer31 thanks for the info. I just ordered a new thermostat this afternoon so will be giving that a go when it arrives. Now to go and google what a head gasket is!
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