Auto Meter 880018 User Manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

FULL SWEEP ELECTRIC
TEMPERATURE GAUGES

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OPTIONAL SLIT TUBING

RECOMMENDED

(AVAILABLE AT MOST

HARDWARE STORES)

USE TEFLON SEALING
TAPE OR SEALING
COMPOUND ON
PIPE THREADS

SENDER
1/8” NPT

WIRING

HARNESS

CAUTION!

As a safety precaution, the +12V terminal of this product
should be fused before connecting to the 12V ignition
switch. We recommend using a 1 Amp, 3AG fast-acting type
cartridge fuse (Littlefuse® # 312 001 or an equivalent).

Installation

NOTE: Some late model vehicles use electronic sensors in their
pressure and temperature senders for engine control
functions. Before removing the original sender, we
recommend that you contact your automotive dealer to be
sure no critical functions will be disrupted.

1. Check that you have all parts required for installation,
and the engine is cool.

2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

3. Gauge mounts in a 2-1/16
2-5/8

" hole for the 2-5/8

nuts to secure gauge to dash.

4. Drill 1” diameter hole where wires pass through sheet metal
(such as firewall and install rubber grommet provided.
(Grommet will require slit.)

5. Connect the white wire to dash lighting or switchable 12v light
source, the red wire to switched +12V source and the black
wire to ground.(see diagram for details)

6. Install temperature sender.
A. Water Temp: Install temperature sender.
Note: Included sender is 1/8" NPT. For 3/8" NPT or 1/2"
NPT ports, use included adapter.

" hole for the 2-1/16

" gauges and a

" gauges. Use supplied brackets and

DASH LIGHTING

FIREWALL

GROMMET

FOR INTERNAL LED

LIT INSTRUMENTS

+12v
DASH

+12v

BLACK

WHITE

FUSE

(SEE CAUTION

BELOW)

+12v CONNECTION

(for standard incandescent lit

WHITE

GOOD

ENGINE

GROUND

RED

instrument)

BLACK

GOOD ENGINE

GROUND

B. Trans. Temp: Hole may have to be drilled, and adapter
nut welded or brazed in pan. Be sure there is adequate
internal clearance for nut and sender.

7. Cut end of included dielectric grease packet, and squeeze grease
into connector of temperature sender prior to connecting harness.
(Important: This will protect connection from dirt and moisture.)

8. Connect red wire to switched +12V source and the black wire to
ground. (see diagram for details)

9. Reconnect negative (-) battery cable.

NOTE: Test all fittings and connections for leaks. If any leaks are
detected, Determine the cause of the leak and repair.
Do not operate vehicle if any leaks are detected.

Caution: LUBRIPLATE® DS-ES is a non-hazardous substance.
However, it is recommended to wash hands thoroughly after use.

NOTE: Do not remove factory temp sender to install temp sender. If no
location found, a hose adapter can be used.

NOTE: When the ignition is off the pointer may not always rest at zero.

Power-Up

The pointer will move backward to the stop pin and then display actual temperature. This procedure is an auto-calibration function and is
performed on every power-up. While this test is being performed, the gauge may make a clicking sound. This is normal.

For service send your product to Auto Meter in a well packed shipping carton. Please include a note explaining what the problem is along with your phone number. Please specify when you
need the product back. If you need it back immediately mark the outside of the box “RUSH REPAIR,” and Auto Meter will service product within two days after receiving it. ($10.00 charge will be
added to the cost of “RUSH REPAIR.”) If you are sending product back for Warranty adjustment, you must include a copy (or original) of your sales receipt from the place of purchase.

12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY

Auto Meter Products, Inc. warrants to the consumer that all Auto Meter High Performance products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from date of the
original purchase. Products that fail within this 12 month warranty period will be repaired or replaced at Auto Meter’s option to the consumer, when it is determined by Auto Meter Products, Inc. that the product
failed due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of parts in the Auto Meter instruments. In no event shall this warranty exceed the original purchase price of
the Auto Meter instruments nor shall Auto Meter Products, Inc. be responsible for special, incidental or consequential damages or costs incurred due to the failure of this product. Warranty claims to Auto Meter
must be transportation prepaid and accompanied with dated proof of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of product and is non-transferable. All implied warranties shall be limited in
duration to the said 12 month warranty period. Breaking the instrument seal, improper use or installation, accident, water damage, abuse, unauthorized repairs or alterations voids this warranty. Auto Meter
Products, Inc. disclaims any liability for consequential damages due to breach of any written or implied warranty on all products manufactured by Auto Meter.

FOR SERVICE SEND TO: AUTO METER PRODUCTS, INC. 413 W. Elm St., Sycamore, IL 60178 USA [phone]

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