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MFD showing below freezing
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2016 6:55 pm
by Greatbatch13
Just noticed in last 24 hours that my mfd is showing below freezing to like -4!! I know Blackpool is cold but its not that bad. Is this a fault with anything or ???
Re: MFD showing below freezing
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2016 7:05 pm
by Cuprabob
It could be a faulty sensor but normally when it goes it displays ludicrous temps.
On other VAG cars the sensor is behind the grill on the nearside so I assume that's where it's located on the Scirocco.
The MFD displays the frost symbol when the temp falls below 4 degrees.
Re: MFD showing below freezing
Posted: Mon Apr 18, 2016 7:20 pm
by Greatbatch13
Cheers. I'll keep an eye on it. It was just on 0 just now. Still don't believe its that cold.
Re: MFD showing below freezing
Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2016 10:25 am
by Greatbatch13
Does anyone have a link to a new sensor as mine is now showing -45?
Re: MFD showing below freezing
Posted: Sat Apr 23, 2016 2:37 pm
by blower
External temperature sensor, part number: 8Z0820535
Same part used across all sciroccos, golfs and numerous others.
It's located behind the front lower grill, usually to the left side (passenger side)
-45c indicates pretty much open circuit.