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Old 03-22-2014, 06:57 AM
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Re: Engine Temperature Gauge Question

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Originally Posted by Wikedjuggalo View Post
Hey John,

Thanks for your reply. My svx is a 94 and OBDI. The mystery continues, I am more concerned it is operating within operating specs.
Really seems normal. When you're idling, there is no airflow over the radiator so the temps creep up, the fans turn on to pull air through the radiator and it cools down. The gauge reading higher is a moot point IMO. As Tapani said, the temp gauge, just as in all other cars, has a huge "dead" zone as otherwise everyone would freak out if they saw their temp gauge constantly moving.

Just keep an eye on things and on cold starts, just double check the level in the radiator.
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