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Old Mar 25, 2005 | 03:11 PM
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temp problem

ok here it is, i have a 85 f250 diesel and the coolant temp wont come up properly. I just changed the thermostat and no difference. My question is, is there a way to check the temp gauge. ( the needle does move but not much off the C on the display.) my other questionis does anyone know where the temperature sending unit is located on the engine so i can check it? I just cant seem to find it.
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Chris Flaxington
 
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Old Mar 25, 2005 | 03:37 PM
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two thoughts:
factory gauges are crap & only use the Ford thermostat. i forget exactly why, but most aftermarket 'stats are incompatible. i have the Ford part# if you want it.
oh, third thought. there is a checkball in the 'stat housing that should be clear of obstructions.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2005 | 03:42 PM
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Ford part# E5TZ 8575 C i paid $24.80 on 10/19/04.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2005 | 06:57 PM
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tried this also

ok i now have changed the sending unit that is under and to the left of the ac pump and have still got no response from the gauge. I did use a ford sending unit as the replacement. STill Stumped

Thanks for all help
Chris
 
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Old Mar 25, 2005 | 08:35 PM
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If you short the wire at the sending unit with the key on does the gauge go to the top. If so then the circuit is probably OK.
 
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