Transmission Temp?
So my F-150 has a handy temp gauge that reads in degrees for the trans. temperature. While I realize heat damage to the fluid is a function of time (hot for a long time is almost as bad as super hot ...
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Stefonius wrote:trail-explorer wrote:Here's an old link to a test done by a Ford Truck owner on his own gauge. http://www.intellidog.com/dieselmann/b_smoke13.htmSport45 wrote:
I wouldn't expect the gauge Ford put in the dash to be anywhere near accurate.
Why not?
Do you have access to some technical data that backs up your conclusion?
Does this help?
I'm sure posting someone's conclusion on a 2002 truck is entirely applicable to the OP's 2011 or newer truck! Just like posting supposed temp ranges for transmission fluids from decades ago is a great thing to rely on! Things change, people.
Re: transmission temp gauge, his truck (likely) has 2 readouts. The analog gauge isn't great, but it also has a digital readout that is spot on. No reason not to rely on it.
Re: trans temp, the OP has nothing to worry about. We've pulled a few long hills out here in Utah with my Ecoboost. The temp goes up to 215* or 220* maybe, but that is about it. Well within the safe operating range. On flat ground it stays around 200*. Unloaded, my truck is always around 195*, so that cooler works pretty well when towing.
In short, the truck will let you know if there is a problem.
Good luck!
