2003 Honda Accord Temp gauge

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WILLIAAA
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Engine Cooling problem
2003 Honda Accord 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

Temp gauge show overheating but engine doesn't overheat. Please advise
Sep 4, 2009 at 1:05 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi williaaa,

Possible causes for inaccurate gauge readings are :
1. Faulty gauge.
2. Faulty sending unit.
3. Improperor bad groundings. Check the ground wires behind front headlights on inner fender.
Sep 9, 2009 at 1:41 PM
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