2005 Chevrolet Express temperature gauge

2005 CHEVROLET EXPRESS
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ITSKIWI01
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temperature gauge works fine until it reaches 180+ degrees and then quits completely. after shutting vehicle off for several hours, it works again, but only until it reaches the 180+ temp again. The vehicle was not used for several months and had to be jumped to start. everything was fine when we parked it last june.
Aug 14, 2013 at 5:32 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Start with check for trouble codes. Have the Engine Coolant temperature checked.
Aug 14, 2013 at 6:52 PM
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ITSKIWI01
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trouble codes are clear, coolant temp at 190 degrees
Aug 15, 2013 at 6:43 AM
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KHLOW2008
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A faulty coolant temperature sensor can cause non starting.
Was the coolant level checked ?
Aug 15, 2013 at 5:56 PM
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ITSKIWI01
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coolant level is good. van starts and runs ok. its just the temperature gauge quitting that's the concern.
Aug 16, 2013 at 8:34 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Either the Engine Coolant Temperature sensor or meter is faulty.
Aug 16, 2013 at 4:04 PM
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