Why is it saying overheating?

Asked by Heather Jun 05, 2021 at 08:36 AM about the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2011 Chevy Equinox yesterday the dash read
"a/c shut off due to high engine temp. The
temp gauge read cold like it was not even
running. It is not driving different ,no smoke
heat work, not leaking anything. All fluids we
just checked. The fan stays on when i shut
the car off any idea what it could be?

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oilyspill answered 2 years ago

On a fully warmed up engine, the temp gage reads cold? If so, I don't think the gage is working? You may need to check coolant temp sensor. you may need to check wiring circuits for that sensor, should be two wires, ref voltage and ground. Any applicable trouble codes?

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