dead temperature gauge

[<eric@xxxx>]

Hey Everyone

I have a strange problem- my temperature gauge is dead. To describe it best, the needle is in the 5 o'clock position. The needle jumps a bit when I turn the key from Off to On, but doesn't move as the car is running. This happened today after I did a few little jobs to the car. 

Here's the last few things I did to the car, maybe someone will see my mistake- 1) I removed the carpet that was blocking my driver-side floor vent and tucked it underneath the vent 2) I just fixed my speedometer, which consisted of replacing the wheel cap and oiling the cable 3) I checked my fluids (automatic transmission). 

I have a feeling I've jerked something loose under the dashboard trying to rearrange the carpet, but I wouldn't know where to begin. If anyone has any insight on this one, I'd be much appreciative. 

Thanks in advance!

Eric Itzel
Pigeon Forge, TN 
vin 4433

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