2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Temperature gauge going up when ai

Tiny
TJMOMMY
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  • 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 102,141 MILES
I just wanted to make sure that this wasn't something super bad. Yesterday I noticed while I was on the interstate on my way home from work with my a/c on the temp was getting hotter. But when I'm on regular streets with a/c on it stays smack dab in the middle? Is this ok or what's up?
Tuesday, August 4th, 2009 AT 3:55 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 109,747 POSTS
Actually, the temp should drop at highway speed and raise in town driving. Is the coolant full? Have you checked the thermostat?

Let me know. Also, here is a how to for checking the t-stat:

https://www.2carpros.com/dia/test_thermostat.htm
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Saturday, August 15th, 2009 AT 10:15 PM

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