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Originally Posted by bandaidmd
my 96 5.7 seems to run a bit cool ,according to the scan gauge it runs around 170 to 173 on a 50f day and the dash gauge seems to agree (for what its worth with only a number at the start and end) . Temp sensor out of whack or is it really running that cool? it comes up to that temp normally so it seems that the thermostat is working.
whats the procedure to check it
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Not exactly sure what your concerned about. Seems like your truck is running fine. Typical gauge runs max 260 degrees, you're in the median range. If while operating the vehicle the gauge is fluctuating, then I would think you should be concerned.