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Old 05-02-2021, 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by crystalworks View Post
^ 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.
I got mine to show in the dash (avin4). Super critical info right on the dash every time. I've seen the middle position in the gauge range approximately 176-223f.
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