Temp gauge not correct on dash

Hey all,

Quick question,

Anyone have an issue with the dash temp showing wrong after installing an aftermarket grille, bumper, skid plate, or bull bar? I put on a Westin bull bar on and the dash has been reading even numbers of 80 or 90 since, I think. I don’t drive it much so have not noticed when it started.

And yes, the bull bar is cool so no need to comment on how nice they are. I already know.

 

Dude Westin bull bars a so siiiiick! Sorry, no help w the temp. Connections okay?

 

See, thanks for being part of the cool crowd.

Everything is connected. I am wondering if the shield on the bar is messing with the reading. It has not affected anything so I don’t think it is a problem but not sure.

 

Everything is connected, have u heard of indras net?

Is the temp still off even when the truck is sitting?

 

Indras net, no.

The temp hits 90 usually no matter weather outside and stays there. Doesn’t change. Even idling in carpool line

 

Indras net, waayyyyy to deep for me. That just gave me a headache googling it. My complex thinking ends at turn key, push gas, go.

My wife goes with me to the doctor to explain to me what they said after we leave. I often call for an adult at the grocery store if left alone. If the doorbell rings I run under the bed.