Engine Temperature

1999 TOYOTA CAMRY
100,120 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MIKEK
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The temperature gauge on my 99 Toyota Camry reads halfway between hot and cold when the car is running and parked, when I drive it, it goes almost all the way down to cold. Do I need a new thermostat ?
Apr 17, 2011 at 12:33 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Yes, the thermostat is not closing.
Apr 17, 2011 at 12:48 PM
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MIKEK
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Thank you very much !
Apr 17, 2011 at 1:02 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You're welcome.

Have a nice day.
Apr 17, 2011 at 2:53 PM
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