Fans Air Temp

[TrackAdaptor]

At what Temp will my 2 fans turn on ?

My "Idiot" gauge read 1 notch below the "Redline".

No fan was on, Do I have a Problem ?

Is there a Test ?

[jers99lt]

This tread talks about when the over-temp lamp lights:
http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=35412&highlight=fans
Here are some numbers in the last posting:
http://www.bmwlt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31501&highlight=fans

HTH,
Jer

[mwnahas]

from the hall of wisdom...

My temperature gauge spikes up almost all the way to the top during stop and go traffic. Is this normal?
Yes. This is normal behavior. The temperature gage will rise near the top during stop and go driving in warm weather. Just when you start to panic, the fans will come on and bring the needle back down to mid-range. Most LTs operate with the temperature needle just below the half way mark when cruising down the road. The only time you need worry is when the needle goes into the red and/or the overheat light comes on.