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Dave928 · 08-09-2009, 11:35 PM

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I agree, the dash gauge isn't much better than an idiot light.

it isn't supposed to be. they made it non-linear around the operating temp so that the needle stays centered and owners don't keep going to the dealer with "my car's running hot/cold" or "the temp needle is always moving" when the temp is actually within the correct operating range.

most european cars are like this...

08-09-2009, 11:35 PM	#15
Dave928 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seattle - It's not Hell, but you can see it from here! Posts: 236	[QUOTE: I agree, the dash gauge isn't much better than an idiot light. it isn't supposed to be. they made it non-linear around the operating temp so that the needle stays centered and owners don't keep going to the dealer with "my car's running hot/cold" or "the temp needle is always moving" when the temp is actually within the correct operating range. most european cars are like this... __________________ dave 2001 Porsche Boxster S 1988 Porsche 928 S4