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Temperature gage off scale hot (with alarm)

Car: Dodge, Sport, 1995, 2.0     -    Back to Fix-It    -    Dodge Repair Manuals

Q.Is this something for a DIY repair? Is the temperature sensor a possibility? The problem is intermittent.

I already checked/done: nothing

Answer It all depends. If it is a temperature gauge - easy fix. Just buy one in a local store or online and replace it.
I'd assume the engine overheats for one reason or another. If you're not sure why - see your mechanic.
Reasons for overheating could be many:
- ignition timing
- wrong timing after replacing a timing belt/chain
- ECU went bad and putting too much gas through injectors (bad mixture)
- radiator is failing
- thermostat is bad
- automatic transmission is failing and transmission radiator contributing too much heat to the main radiator
- cooling system needs cleaning
If your engine is overheating - you need to pin-po.. >> login for more

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