1995 Eagle Talon temperature gauge

1995 EAGLE TALON
186,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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M_FOLZ21
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i replaced the temperature sensor and switch and now the temperature gauge says the engine temp is very hot. but the engine is cool enough to hold my hand on it. and the coolant hose is the same way. i am wondering what would cause the gauge to read so high?
Feb 21, 2010 at 5:42 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Unplug the gauge's sensor. The gauge should then read "cold". If it does, it's the wrong sensor. If it still reads "hot", the wire is grounded somewhere.

caradiodoc
Feb 27, 2010 at 11:41 AM
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