overheating

[norma]

Lately my 73 2002 automatic has been overheating. Put in a new 3-core radiator, the oil's changed, etc. The gauge seems to fluctuate suspiciously, with the needle going from mid-level to high pretty quickly. Which makes me think it may just be the gauge. I don't live in a hot climate. What are some likely culprits? Thanks.

[kcdonahue]

Have you added additional ground wires to your cluster yet? If not this will usually help.

Here is a link with a good pic on where to add the new ground wire.

KC

http://www.bmw2002faq.com/component/option,com_forum/Itemid,57/page,viewtopic/t,323809/highlight,cluster+ground/

[MMII73]

That worked for me on my '73, fixed the fuel gauge too.

Even if it doesn't solve your problem now, it may save a headache down the road. It certainly won't hurt and it's easy to do.

[02hobiedave]

Do the grounds on the cluster and you will not regret it. Solved all my guage problems.

Dave

[c.d.iesel]

visit this - for anything related to electrical in your car,

and over "heating complaints"

Thanks to Keith and his "STELLA" for the ref.

http://www.my2002tii.com/how_to_dash_gauges.htm

[BLUNT]

Lately my 73 2002 automatic has been overheating. Put in a new 3-core radiator, the oil's changed, etc. The gauge seems to fluctuate suspiciously, with the needle going from mid-level to high pretty quickly. Which makes me think it may just be the gauge. I don't live in a hot climate. What are some likely culprits? Thanks.

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