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Jun 26, 2012 | 11:36 AM

Snallygaster

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From: Frederick, MD

Temp gauge not working

So, I've replaced the sender and tried grounding the sender wire with no response. The gauge always reads low "C." The sender wire is also in continuity with ground. It seems nearly impossible to trace this thing. What are my next steps?

I have a 1996 F250 460.

Jun 26, 2012 | 12:28 PM

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Does this sender your working with have one or two wires going to it?

Jun 26, 2012 | 12:42 PM

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one, right behind the t-stat housing to the left of the distributor.

Jun 26, 2012 | 01:19 PM

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I had the same problem on my 92, grounded the wire and no response from the gage. Wound up being a blown fuse. i do not remeber which one, but I would suggest checking all of your fuses.

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Jun 26, 2012 | 02:05 PM

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Well here is how it is wired for your information:

Jun 26, 2012 | 04:24 PM

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Thanks for that. I did check fuses and discovered a blown power-point fuse but that was all.

I'll try to trace the wiring down I guess.

Jun 27, 2012 | 12:46 PM

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From: Frederick, MD

Any way to test the gauge directly? If it's not working, I'm just going to go aftermarket.

I'm not entirely sure how to access the gauges easily either. I ordered a Chilton but it's coming by pony x-press I guess...