Temperature Gauge Test

1993 Volvo 960 4D Wagon, AW30-43SECTION Temperature Gauge Test
  1. Gauge can be checked with a 68-ohm Test Resistor (999-5824-1). Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect coolant temperature sender wire. Connect test resistor between ground and disconnected wire. Reconnect battery cable and turn ignition on.
  2. If gauge is okay, needle should sweep to center of Red section. If gauge is not okay, sender is defective. If needle is not in Red section, gauge is defective. If needle does not move, check wiring. If wiring is okay, replace gauge.
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