Temperature gauge hot but not overheating

Tiny
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Temperature gauge hot but engine is not overheating.
Friday, June 9th, 2017 AT 6:02 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

The temperature gauge can show hot without the engine overheating which still means that is a problem. To tell for sure if it is a gauge or a cooling system problem use a

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-infrared-temperature-meter

To check the thermostat housing when the engine is running. It should not be above 210 degrees.

Here is a guide that will help you if the engine is running hot.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

If not then I would start by replacing the coolant temperature sensor.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken

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