Why is the Peugeot 206 water temperature gauge reading high?

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LeVanessa
07/29/25 6:45pm
The high water temperature gauge reading in a Peugeot 206 may be caused by a radiator leak, which leads to insufficient coolant and elevated temperature - this is the most common issue. Open the radiator to check if the water level is below the MIN mark. If the water level is very low, it indicates a leak. Simply add water, open the exhaust screw near the engine to release air, and inspect for the leak point. Below is an introduction to the Peugeot 206: Body dimensions: The Dongfeng Peugeot 206 measures 3873mm × 1673mm × 1435mm (length × width × height) with a wheelbase of 2443mm. In terms of wheelbase, the Dongfeng Peugeot 206 ranks in the middle to lower range among domestic vehicles in its class. Exterior design: The Dongfeng Peugeot 206 stays true to the original design while striving to increase the localization rate of parts procurement. Components such as headlight assemblies and side window glass have already achieved localization. During its initial design phase, the Peugeot 206 intentionally incorporated feline aesthetics into its appearance.
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