Honda Crider Overheating: Engine Sensor Troubles?

Hey there! I had a similar issue with my 2013 Honda Civic (gasoline). The symptoms you're describing match what I experienced, engine running hot and check engine light illuminated. Initially thought it was just the sensor, but when I took it to the garage last month, it turned out the connection plug to the coolant temperature sensor was corroded and had a loose fit. The mechanic cleaned the connector, replaced the damaged wiring, and secured the plug properly. In my case, it wasn't a major repair, but it could've led to serious engine problems if left unchecked. The sensor wasn't reading correctly because of the faulty connection, which meant the engine management system wasn't getting accurate temperature data. My advice? Don't wait too long to get it checked. With those kilometers on your Crider, it's better to be safe than sorry. Make sure whoever checks it tests both the sensor and the wiring/connection, as they're often overlooked.

Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really helpful to know about the corroded connector, sounds similar to what I might be dealing with. Glad you caught it before it turned into something more serious. Quick question, do you remember roughly how much you ended up paying for the repair? And has everything been running smoothly since they fixed it? Just trying to get an idea of what I might be looking at cost-wise and whether it properly solved the issue.

Hey again! Happy to give you an update! After getting it fixed, my Civic's been running like a charm, no more temperature issues or warning lights. The repair set me back 95€ for fixing the faulty cable connection and plug, which honestly wasn't as bad as I'd feared. The coolant temperature sensor problem was completely resolved once they sorted out that corroded connector. It's been about three months now, and everything's working perfectly. The engine temperature stays exactly where it should, and I haven't seen that pesky check engine light since. I'm actually relieved it wasn't anything more serious, sometimes these electrical gremlins can make you fear the worst! Trust me, getting it fixed was totally worth the peace of mind. Based on what you're describing, you might be looking at a similar repair bill if it's the same issue. Way better than risking engine damage from running too hot! Let me know how it goes when you get yours checked out, always interested to hear if it turns out to be the same problem!

Thanks for the detailed follow-up! I actually just got back from the mechanic today. You won't believe it, but it was almost exactly what you described! Had a corroded connector that was causing the sensor to give wonky readings. The mechanic showed me the old connector, it was pretty gross with all that corrosion built up. They cleaned everything up, replaced some wiring, and installed a new connector. The whole thing cost me about 120 bucks, a bit more than yours but still reasonable. Took it for a test drive afterward and the temperature gauge is staying right where it should be. No more check engine light either! Such a relief it wasn't anything major. Funny how these small electrical issues can cause such worry. Really appreciate you sharing your experience, it gave me the confidence to get it checked out before it turned into something worse. Cars, right? Always keeping us on our toes!