Truck temp gauge shows truck running hot after being turned off

Asked by GuruWWDJK Apr 22, 2018 at 09:39 PM about the 1994 Chevrolet C/K 1500 Silverado Stepside RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My truck does not run hot while driving but when I
turn it off my gauge runs up in the red is this
normal

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beatupchevy answered 6 years ago

something else maybe grounding out on that circuit I don't know but I have a 94 1/2 ton and want to follow this thread

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Rowefast answered 6 years ago

I'd try replacing the temperature sending unit first. There seems to be no signs of overheating. Check the wire at the same time..

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Andrew answered 6 years ago

When the key is turned off the gauges can jump and will stay wherever they sit. As long as it operates normal with the key on your fine

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