2001 Honda Civic Leak Top Radiator Temperature Gauge Straight Hot Turn On

2001 HONDA CIVIC
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I have a leak at the top of the radiator. Temperature gauge goes straight up to hot when I turn on the ignition key. After I fix the leak, will I have to replace the sensor as well?

Oct 21, 2012 at 5:02 AM
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you may have to replace the head gasket too. have a leak down test done to confirm the head gasket is not damaged from the overheating


Roy
Oct 21, 2012 at 7:21 AM
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