2002 Toyota Avalon temptpeture gauge is raises to high temp

Tiny
ALTHEDON
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  • 2002 TOYOTA AVALON
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 102,000 MILES
What should I look for to try to correct this problem?
Saturday, May 8th, 2010 AT 11:40 AM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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  • 31,937 POSTS
Hi there,

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

Mark (mhpautos)
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Sunday, May 9th, 2010 AT 3:45 AM
Tiny
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Check the thermostat and do a pressure test to check for a coolant leak.
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Friday, May 28th, 2010 AT 7:34 PM

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