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Blaiser17 · 06-09-2008, 01:59 PM

Ok so I have a 2000 Cougar 2.5L.

The last couple days it has been rising up to the red in the temp gauge when at idle. As soon as I start moving the gauge makes its way back to half way where it's supposed to be. But if left at idle it'll warm up gradually.

I don't let it stay in the red don't worry.

I know what the possible elements could be: water pump, coolant temp sensor, water pump belt, and thermostat.

I was hoping that someone would be able to lean me towards one of them since it only does this at idle.

Let me know what you think.

Thanks!

06-09-2008, 01:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
Blaiser17 NECO Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 12	Random Overheating Ok so I have a 2000 Cougar 2.5L. The last couple days it has been rising up to the red in the temp gauge when at idle. As soon as I start moving the gauge makes its way back to half way where it's supposed to be. But if left at idle it'll warm up gradually. I don't let it stay in the red don't worry. I know what the possible elements could be: water pump, coolant temp sensor, water pump belt, and thermostat. I was hoping that someone would be able to lean me towards one of them since it only does this at idle. Let me know what you think. Thanks!