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Old 06-22-2001, 02:02 AM
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why is my temp gauge pegged?

ok seriously why is it pegged, its been like that since i bought the car, but once in a while it will read the temp, and i mean like once in every 6-8 months. and then it just reads like 240-260 what is wrong. thanks.



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Old 06-22-2001, 02:52 AM
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Have you tried changing the sender in the driver side head?

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Old 06-22-2001, 02:50 PM
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or check to see if the green wire is grounding on the manafold or some where else.
Old 06-23-2001, 02:25 AM
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i would check that but i dont know how..
please help.
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You have to buy the temp sensor they sell at the dealerships. Mechanic told me that all others are junk.

In return for this tip, you must trade cars with me.

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Old 06-29-2001, 01:48 AM
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ill trade you my truck. hows that. its a 91 S10. deal ok i will come get my new camaro tomorrow.

ok really thanks i appreciate it, and since i work at the dealership i get it at almost cost.

how hard is it to install.

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TH-700R4
G92- 9 Bolt Borg-Warner 3.27gears
Bright Red Hardtop/ Grey Interior


DAILY DRIVER: 1991 GREY S10 2.5L/5SPD -FOR SALE.
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