If the temp gauge no longer works then either the gauge itself has failed, the sending unit has failed, or there is a problem in the circuitry.
To answer your question I need to know the year model of your Chevy Celebrity as well as the engine that it has in it.1996 chevy calavlier 2.2
check your fuses
thermostat stuck open?
sounds like you need a thermostat... the one you have is stuck open which does not allow vehicle to reach operating temp... inexpensive fix
I had a similar experience with my 1987 Chevy Celebrity. In my car's case I replaced the ignition module and the crankshaft position sensor. Between the two the problem seems to be fixed.
PS: I was told this is a sensor problem by my brother who had the same problem. the car wont move until the temp gage reaches 195. it then works and shifts fine.
because zoe gage does not like to cook
Does the engine have spark? White fumes could possibly be fuel vapor.
Probably a bad sending unit (in tank)
try to keep the temp at 80 to 83 they should feed at that temp
Please upgrade to a Nissan product. Thank you.
because it needs to be room temp.