Engine temperature sensor wire may short on rear exhaust manifold on Pontiac Sunbird

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

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Problem overview

The engine temperature sensor wire for the engine temperature gauge, or warning light, may touch the rear exhaust manifold causing a short to ground causing erratic operation of the temperature gauge or warning light.

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Engine temperature sensor wire may short on rear exhaust manifold on Pontiac Sunbird

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