Temp going up and down

Tiny
CESMEK
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  • CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
I have a 96 Suburban w/350, 194,000 miles. Few days ago, I noticed the coolant temp started to go up. Went up high enough that the check gauges light came on. Then as I was about to pull over, it went out and the temp dropped back down to the normal area. Now I notice that the coolant gauge is going up and down, but not up to redline. Fluids are ok, no leaks, runs good, oil good aswell. Any ideas before I just start at the thermostat and keep on shot gunning the diagnosis?
Friday, November 16th, 2007 AT 11:34 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Replace the Stat and bleed the system for a start

Always bleed air from cooling system after replacing coolant. Set heater for maximum heat. Remove radiator cap. Loosen drain plug and remove drain bolt (if equipped) from engine block. Drain coolant reservoir. Fill coolant reservoir to MAX mark with 50/50 water-coolant mixture. Loosen bleed bolt and fill radiator up to base of filler neck. Close bleed bolt when coolant flows out without bubbles. Tighten bleed bolt. With radiator cap removed, start and operate engine to normal operating temperature. Add coolant if necessary and check for leaks.
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Saturday, November 17th, 2007 AT 12:51 AM

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