Accord EX Coupe V6-3.0L (2001)
Does the temperature gauge needle immediately go past the Hot mark?
YES - Replace the fuel and temperature gauge assembly.
NO - The temperature gauge needle went past the Hot mark after about 30 seconds or more. Go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and disconnect the gauge assembly connector C (16P).
5. Check for continuity between PCM connector terminal A1 and gauge assembly connector terminal C2.
Is there continuity?
YES - Replace short in the wire between PCM connector terminal A1 and gauge connector terminal C2.
NO - Replace the fuel and temperature gauge assembly.