answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

i asked this question the tempture gage shows it is over heating but the engine is cold to touch

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What causes the temperature to overheat but the engine be cold on a 1989 Toyota pickup?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What causes overheating in a Toyota?

A bad water pump or thermostat can cause an engine to overheat. A plugged (clogged) radiator or heater core may also cause an engine to overheat.


What temperature does engine overheat?

The answer will depend on what engine it is and what it is being required to do.


What causes the engine overheat light to come on in a 1994 Cadillac eldorado?

The engine is overheating.


When will the caterpillar c7 engine begin to overheat and the Max Temperature of operation?

A Caterpillar see seven diesel engine will begin to overheat at a water temperature of 210 degrees. The recommended operating water temperature is 180 degrees.


What sysrems will you see on your 97 ford ranger when the thermostat has gone bad?

If your engine thermostat sticks open it will run cooler on your temperature gauge and you won't see the temperature gauge go up to the point where your engine thermostat opens and then the temperature gauge will show a drop in temperature , your check engine light will probably come on , your gas mileage will be less , the heat from your heater probably won't get as hot If the engine thermostat were to stick in the closed position your engine will overheat ( but there are several other causes for an engine to overheat )


What causes a 91 Lexus ls400 to overheat?

Air inside engine


What causes a 1997 Honda Civic to overheat if the heater is not on?

generally if an engine overheats, but then does not overheat when heater is turned on, is a good indication that the engine thermostat is stuck and needs replacing


Why would your car overheat and lose power when you turn on the heat?

Turning the heat on would actually lower the engine temperature. It's a well known trick if your car starts to overheat. Having the A/C on causes a power loss to operate the compressor, which would also cause engine temperature to go up due to the hot air from the condensor going through the radiator.


What causes engine to overheat 91 caprice?

The lack of air intake designed to flow into the motor.


What will be the effect in your engine if it overheat?

The engine will overheat and the pistons will seize.


What causes the check engine light to come on in a Toyota Sienna?

Low fluid levels in engine.


Where is the coolant temperature sensor located on a 2006 Toyota Tacoma?

The 2006 Toyota coolant temperature sensor is located on the front of the engine. The coolant temperature sensor will be a few inches above the thermostat housing.