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Real coolant temperature is way off? (up to 20°C)

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RCJB

Dash says 90, infrared on the housing says 70. Fan never comes on. No CEL.

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Classic failed ECT sensor or a thermostat stuck open. Scan for pending codes even without a lamp. Cheap sensor first, then thermostat.

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