So I have a question regarding engine temperature and the stock gauge.
I recently noticed my stock gauge is sitting higher than what it used to. See pictures below
Old setting
New setting
Now I don't hold much stock in the gauge but I did go through the ECU to get actual temps.
Highway driving the temp floated from around 179-189 (40/45mph to 65/70mph)
City driving resulted in a bit higher temps 185-196 (Moving including stop and go).
Now when not moving and idling the temp would reach 205, but at 205 the fans kicked in and the temp dropped down to 185 range.
Basically are these within the normal operating temperatures or is it running hotter than it should be. I already did a coolant change, thermostat and radiator cap.