What are the causes of car water temperature gauge failure?

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Generally, if the water temperature warning light on the dashboard stays on, it indicates a fault in the engine's cooling system. Common fault points include: 1. Insufficient antifreeze in the engine cooling system, which may be caused by leaks in the engine, such as water pump leaks, pipe damage, or radiator damage. 2. A malfunctioning thermostat in the engine cooling system leading to excessively high water temperature. If the thermostat fails to open, it obstructs the flow of coolant within the engine, causing the coolant temperature to rise. 3. Improper operation of the cooling fan in the engine cooling system, resulting in poor coolant heat dissipation. This triggers the water temperature warning light and causes the coolant temperature to become too high. 4. A faulty water pump in the engine cooling system, where the pump does not rotate smoothly, leading to poor coolant circulation. This results in the water temperature warning light illuminating and the coolant temperature rising excessively.