2000 Ford Ranger Tempurature gauge

Tiny
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  • 2000 FORD RANGER
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The engine temp. Gauge is maxed out, even when the engine is cold. Is the problem with the thermostat, the gauge or some kind of sensor?
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 AT 8:42 PM

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Tiny
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If the gauge reads 'hot' even when engine is cold, I doubt it's your thermostat.

I'd check the sending unit, the gauge itself, and the wiring in between; depending on the type of gauge your car is using, you could have a wire partially grounded somewhere, or an open in the circuit.
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Thursday, September 4th, 2008 AT 2:57 PM

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