Q: High engine temperature
So I got a notice on my dash about a month ago saying engine temp was too high however the temp gauge was all the way on cool. I replaced both temp sensors in the car then reset the computer and everything seemed to be fine. Now today the same notice popped up and the gauge went back all the way to cool. I tried unplugging the battery to reset the computer again. The notice went away on the dash however the temp gauge now stays around the 1/4 mark on the cold side. Anyone have any idea what could be causing the issue and how to fix it?
My car has 60000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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