car temperature

2005 FORD EXPLORER
77,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TOM LIST
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temperature guage does not riswe like it used to
Nov 13, 2010 at 6:23 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check the thermostat. It could be stuck in the open position resulting in coolant taking a longer time to heat up.
Nov 13, 2010 at 6:34 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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You can use a laser thermometer to determine if the gauge is accurate. If it is, then it may need a new thermostat.
Nov 13, 2010 at 6:35 AM
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