96 Rodeo Temperature Gauge Question

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codefixer@gmail.com - 16 May 2005 23:43 GMT

Hi,

I am noticing the temperature gauge sporadically going to the very
hot range after driving for about 2 miles and then all of a sudden
drops into the normal range. Any idea on why this could be happenning ?
This happened twice between a 8 mile stretch while I drive to work.

Thanks.

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Busman - 17 May 2005 01:34 GMT

Coolant level is good? Mine did this a couple of weekes ago and I found low
coolant. Was happening at stop lights during stop and go driving,.While
moving, temp gauge dropped to normal range. Has not re-occurred since
refilling and no leakage noted.
Andy

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codefixer@gmail.com - 17 May 2005 03:32 GMT

> Coolant level is good? Mine did this a couple of weekes ago and I found low
> coolant. Was happening at stop lights during stop and go driving,.While
> moving, temp gauge dropped to normal range. Has not re-occurred since

> refilling and no leakage noted.
> Andy

Thanks for your response. My Coolant is full. Could this be a
possiblity ?Until friday the engine oil level was at low(Min) and then
I filled it up over the weekend. Any idea how low engine oil affects
the temperature ?

Thanks.

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charles bridges - 19 Jun 2005 21:28 GMT

I would sooner think your thermostat is sticking causing the temp to go up,
then it pops open and temp drops to normal range. I would change it just as
a precaution.
Charles

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Bob M - 17 May 2005 16:50 GMT

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Sticky thermostat.

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codefixer@gmail.com - 21 May 2005 04:27 GMT

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It turns out to be Radiator leakage as detected by Napa Auto center.
They gave me a quote for 700 bucks to replace radiator and a hose and
charged 90 bucks to detect this problem. Said no thanks as I foound
they were quoting invariably too high.

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