1998 Honda Accord Temp gauge bouncing from Hot to Cold

1998 HONDA ACCORD
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NIKKI40
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I was driving today and my temp gauge started jumping from cold to hot and then back to normal/cold. It jumped around several times even after turning the air conditioning off and turning the fan off. It didn't seem to matter if those were on it just kept jumping. Any ideas???

thanks,
Nikki
May 30, 2009 at 9:48 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi Nikki40,

Symptoms indicates a faulty gauge or wiring circuitry. Check if coolant level is sufficient and radiator fans are working to confirm that it is not due to overheating.

Check if the temperature sending unit wire is securely connected.
Jun 1, 2009 at 6:00 AM
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