Diagnostic Aids
For full scale readings, gauge may be indicating correct coolant temperature. Problems not covered by this diagnostic table include following:
- Low coolant level.
- Improper coolant mixture.
- Coolant leaks.
- Faulty coolant pump.
- Faulty thermostat.
- Gasket failure.
- Lack of lubrication.
- Lack of cooling fan operation.
This table covers problems with gauge circuit, gauge, and sending unit, but not problems which cause actual overheating or underheating.