Main IndexAuto Repair Home Search Posts SEARCH
POSTS 		Who's Online WHO'S
ONLINE 		Log in LOG
IN




Automotive Repair
Car Troubleshooting Topics
  Car Troubleshooting
  Engine Troubleshooting
  Engine Fault Codes
  Electrical and Wiring
  Transmission Problems

Car Repair Topics
  Car Making Noises
  Car Stereo Repair
  Heating or AC Issues
  Motorcycles and ATVs
  Tricks of the Trade
  Truck Repair Advice

Site Options:   
  Login
  Sign up here!



Latest Forum Post
with_replies.gif image   1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no start
I have a 1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no...

with_replies.gif image   Strut spring orientation and strut mount tension nut
2017 Nissan rogue awd 2.5 L Put in Monro...

with_replies.gif image   Transmission stuck in part, I have tried everything
So I'm working on my elderly fathers 201...

with_replies.gif image   2017 dodge journey LED headlights on/off randomly
Year of vehicle 2017 Make of vehicle dod...

with_replies.gif image   Kia Soul starter replacement issues!
Okay so my car is a 2010 Kia soul 2.0 en...

hot_with_replies.gif image   Please Help - Knock sound & engine fail
Hi all, Hoping to get some insight and ...

with_replies.gif image   multiple warning lights
2013 GMC Terrain 130,000 miles 4 cylinde...

with_replies.gif image   03 alero no low speed blower
Good day everyone, I have a 2003 Olds a...

with_replies.gif image   04 Chevy 2500hd tail light issues
Help!!! I have changed my combo switch...

with_replies.gif image   1999 Grand Caravan Sport not starting.
Hi. I'm new here. I hope someone can hel...




1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction

Search for (search options)
 



royr
Novice

Dec 8, 2008, 4:16 PM

Post #1 of 5 (2951 views)
1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction Sign In
1993 Buick Regal Custom 3.8 liter 237000 kilometers

It was -10 celsuis, all gages were normal at startup, after driving for about 3 kilometers, the "check gages" light came on. Noticed that the temperature gage was now reading way beyond the 260. Pulled in and got some gas. Drove another kilometer to the hardware store. Let it sit for 10 minutes, when I turned the key on the gage still was way beyond 260 without the engine even running. Turned around and went home.

This must be a malfunction. The gage can't be working properly. How do I get it to return back to a normal reading.

Any ideas on what might be the problem?

thanks
roy r


Loren Champlain Sr
Veteran / Moderator
Loren Champlain Sr profile image

Dec 8, 2008, 5:38 PM

Post #2 of 5 (2939 views)
Re: 1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction Sign In
Roy; You want to make certain that the engine is, in fact, NOT running that hot. When you shut off a warm engine, the temperature will increase as it is not recirculating the coolant any longer. If it running at normal temp, which is in the 200F-220F range, then probably is just a faulty temp. sensor. Good luck.
Loren
SW Washington


royr
Novice

Dec 9, 2008, 1:24 PM

Post #3 of 5 (2932 views)
Re: 1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction Sign In
Checked and the engine is not over heating. Decided to bite the bullet and take it in to the mechanic and get it fixed. Will update with the end result.
thanks
roy r


royr
Novice

Dec 10, 2008, 1:35 PM

Post #4 of 5 (2913 views)
Re: 1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction Sign In
Replaced temperature sensor, a 42 dollar part, plus an hour labor.

all better now

roy r


way2old
Veteran / Moderator
way2old profile image

Dec 10, 2008, 3:47 PM

Post #5 of 5 (2909 views)
Re: 1993 Regal Temp Gage Malfunction Sign In
Thanks for the fixed replu roy r. We enjoy the fix. This gives Loren a pay raise.Wink



Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds





 
 
 






Search for (options) Privacy Sitemap