just not so hot that you burn yourself.
checking before you drive is O.K.
The temp may not go up until the antifreeze leaks way down. Or the temp gauge may not be working right. The leak needs to be fixed, or the engine can overheat and cause permanent damage.
should be in the middle of the temp guage.
Power & Torque at rated RPM Power & Torque at Prime RPM Lubrication oil PR, Lubrication oil Temp Fuel Pressure Air Intake Temp Exhaust Temp Coolant Temp Turbo Pressure/ Temp if it is a turbo aspired Engine
Antifreeze leak, failed head/headgasket? Have it checked for codes.
it should start at cold
Most antifreeze has a chemical that freezes at a very lower temp than plain water.
Ford vehicles come from the factory with a 50 / 50 mix of distilled water and the correct type of antifreeze for the vehicle ( so it would depend on what amount the engine cooling system capacity is for your particular vehicle )
Antifreeze is a liquid added to the cooling system of an automobile to ensure that the water within it does not freeze solid.
According to Ford a 50 / 50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water is required year round because the antifreeze also provides corrosion protection ( do not drop below 40 % antifreeze or exceed 60 % antifreeze ) Also , the corrosion protection additives in the antifreeze do " wear out "
Not if the temperature will fall below freezing.
The antifreeze is low in the reservoir.
park on flat surface, trans needs to be operating temp, with engine running.