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Idle the engine, remove the temp sensor wire on the engine and ground it. If the gauge does not move one can assume it has failed.
Yes, key on, engine off, the fuel gauge should work.
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why is the temperature gauge not moving on a 2007 Lincoln mkz
The normal operating temp for any Mercedes is between 80°C and 100°C (the next line after 80°) Anything over 100° and you should have it checked out. Mercedes are different, in that, the temp gauge is constantly moving because it provides true engine temp data... not just (normal) or stuck in the middle of the gauge.
If the engine is not overheating and the temp gauge reads normal, the thermostat is doing its job. If the engine is overheating, the thermostat may be stuck and in need of replacement.
Stop as soon as you can at a safe place and shut the engine off.
Engine oil pressure will vary depending on if the vehicle is in an idle state or not. However, on average, it should be around 40, which is typically half of the gauge.
If the engine temp only gets to 120 degrees F, I would say the thermostat is stuck open or missing.
Depends on the engine. 150 - 200 degrees, typically.
The check engine light is just to the left of your battery voltage gauge in your gauge cluster . When you turn your ignition key to the run position , just before starting your engine , the check engine light should come on momentarily to check the bulb
Check engine light : Gauge cluster without tachometer ( under the engine oil pressure gauge ) Gauge cluster with tachometer ( just to the left of the battery voltage gauge )