^ What andrew means is that from the factory that gauge is a true "idiot" gauge. It does not show you actual temperature, but at any point a range of temperatures. I don't know the actual temps, andrew does I'm sure, but unless you code the gauge to show proper temps, I wouldn't rely on it as a true indicator of engine coolant temp.

Makes me really happy I installed an Android head unit with the iBus as it shows ECT on the home screen.

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