Thermostat.

[Riko]

Hey guys i hope this will be a quick-fire round so i can sort my prob out asap... my left ball hangs lower than my right *ahem* no seriously... :w4nk:
my water temp gauge doesnt move when i turn on the engine. Im a little concerned as i assume it means theres no water pumping round my engine? It moves back up slowly after a short drive (5mins or so) but i get a funny 'burn' smell just before. Ive checked my water levels and they are fine. What else should i look out for as i dont want it to cause more problems!

 

[Robbie C]

Assuming you are starting the car from cold then the guage won't move for around 5 minutes until the engine is warm and the water comes up to temperature - this is normal on any car.

The burning smell is another issue however

 

[Riko]