Temperature gauge not working

2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM
Avatar
CINDY215
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
My temperature gauge is not registering at all any suggestions?
Apr 14, 2009 at 1:01 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
ZACKMAN
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 4,202 POSTS


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_01grandammmotor_1.jpg

I would start by checking the engine coolant temp sensor. That is responsible for the temp gauge.
Apr 14, 2009 at 2:16 PM
Avatar
CINDY215
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
having a hard time finding a temperature sending unit for my grand am any help?
Apr 15, 2009 at 2:40 AM
Avatar
JAMES W.
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 2,394 POSTS
The sender should be a common off the shelf part for most parts stores. There's nothing unusual about it. Where have you been looking?
Apr 15, 2009 at 2:52 AM
Avatar
CINDY215
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
autozone and advance auto parts is it called anything other than temperature sending unit?
Apr 15, 2009 at 3:14 AM
Avatar
JAMES W.
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 2,394 POSTS
Try "coolant temp sensor".
Apr 15, 2009 at 4:11 AM
Avatar
ZACKMAN
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 4,202 POSTS
Autozone: SU109 Advance: Factory Air 36403 O'Reilly and subsidiaries: Neihoff TS25381 or BWD WT3000


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_ts253811_1.jpg

Apr 15, 2009 at 4:25 PM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Ask a new question

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle