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2002 dodge 1500 not getting up to temperature

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Old Feb 9, 2023 | 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by GrossmeisterB
And 160°F is really really "cold" in my opinion. I would be concerned that on average usage the oil doesn't get to its desired operating temperature.
Yup I have the same concern. 160°F in terms of coolant is not a healthy enough temperature for most cars, as that's like 30-50°F below what is usally recommended.
 
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