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Odd low thermostat reading....gauge problem or thermostat issue? 200 1993

posted by  Volvodad on  Mon Apr 5 10:54 CST 2010
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This is a frequent problem with the later 240 instrument clusters. Have a look at this thread:

http://www.brickboard.com/RWD/index.htm?id=1101955&show_all=1

The engine thermostat is working if you are getting good heater output on a cold day. Another test is to feel the upper rad hose when fully warmed up, it should be too hot to hold onto.
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Bob: son's 81-GL, dtr's '94-940, my 83-DL, 89-745(V8) and 98-S90. Also 77-MGB and some old motorcycles.






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