2000 Mercury Cougar

2000 MERCURY COUGAR
134,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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CHUCK1984617
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my temp gage is reading in the red. even when the car is cooled is it the temp sensor thats gone bad?Also would that cause a problem with my fans turning on?
Jul 22, 2008 at 4:57 PM
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[quote:77c2900e69="chuck1984617"]Engine Cooling problem
2000 Mercury Cougar 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 134000 miles
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my temp gage is reading in the red. even when the car is cooled is it the temp sensor thats gone bad?Also would that cause a problem with my fans turning on?[/quote:77c2900e69]

It is the engine coolant temperature sensor. Cost is around $15 - $20 at most auto part stores.
Oct 25, 2008 at 10:21 PM