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Why does my temperature gauge fluctuate?

Why does my temperature gauge fluctuate?

The most likely cause of a temperature fluctuations is either a flauty temperature sending unit, air in cooling system or a defectective cooling fan. If the engine temperature is stable when driving at highway speed and temperature rises when idling or in traffic, the fan is the cause.

When do temperature gauges go up after driving?

Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10… Q: Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10 minutes, then returns just as quick to normal. Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10 minutes, then returns just as quick to normal.

What causes the temperature gauge to spike up?

Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10 minutes, then returns just as quick to normal. Happening more lately wheezing traffic causing engine to sound likes it’s working harder to accelerate and temp fluculates My car has 100500 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.

What should the temperature be in my car?

Paying close attention to your car’s temperature can spare you from unwanted and costly damage. Read on and learn everything you need to know about your car’s temperature gauge. The ideal engine temperature should be somewhere between 195 and 220 degrees.

Why does the temperature needle go up on my car?

If your temperature needle goes up and reaches the red zone, it could be an indication that your engine is overheating. Another possible reason is that you might be running out of coolant due to a leak or evaporation.

Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10… Q: Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10 minutes, then returns just as quick to normal. Temperature gauge spikes up after driving for about 5–10 minutes, then returns just as quick to normal.

What should car temperature be at highway speeds?

Car temperature drops to a little less than 1/4 at highway speeds. Any reason to be concerned? Car is a Mk1 Golf. Driving around town the temperature behaves normally – it sits at the middle of the gauge, sometimes goes a little higher if I’m sitting in traffic but not much.

What do you mean by temperature gauge is fluctuating?

Temperature gauge is fluctuating, sometimes showing overh… Q: Temperature gauge is fluctuating, sometimes showing overheating.

How does the temperature of the car change?

Driving around town the temperature behaves normally – it sits at the middle of the gauge, sometimes goes a little higher if I’m sitting in traffic but not much. However, on the highway the temperature slowly decreases until it sits just below the 1/4 mark. Once back in city traffic it goes back up again and acts normally.

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Ruth Doyle