This Civic Si is also lighter and stiffer than its predecessor, though Honda doesn't specify exactly by how much. Adaptive dampers with Normal and Sport settings are standard, as is a helical front limited-slip differential. The Si also shares its front upper control arms with the ultra-hardcore Civic Type R.
The seats in both vehicles were cloth. RESULTS Within 20 minutes, readings in both cars exceeded 125 F and reached a maximum stabilized temperature in 40 minutes (Figure). The temperature rise in the first 10-minute interval was more severe for the dark-colored enclosed sedan than for the light-colored minivan. The maximum stabilized temperature was also higher for the dark enclosed sedan (140 F compared to 138 F), which was a temperature rise of over 45 F in less than 1 hour.
Follow Chevrolet on Facebook and on Twitter for the latest news and updates. Get Tips For Avoiding An Overheating Engine from AOL Autos. Sources say the normal range of temperature for a vehicle's engine is 195Â°F to 200Â°F, maintained with a mixture of 50% antifreeze and 50% water. When the temperature goes above 200Â°F, boiling of the coolant solution can cause overheating. An antifreeze/water 50-50 solution will boil at 225Â°F or so. Increasing the amount of antifreeze to 70% will increase the boiling temperature to 276Â°F. Engine oil also acts as a coolant and lubricant.