2002 Toyota Avalon temptpeture gauge is raises to high temp

2002 TOYOTA AVALON
102,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ALTHEDON
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what should i look for to try to correct this problem?
May 8, 2010 at 4:40 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

If the engine temp is normal and the gauge is reading high, replace the sender as it may be faulty.

mark (mhpautos)
May 8, 2010 at 8:45 PM
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JSOHN
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check the thermostat and do a pressure test to check for a coolant leak.
May 28, 2010 at 12:34 PM
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