Engine temperature goes up

Asked by GuruVRHQ9 Sep 08, 2018 at 04:37 PM about the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 ST 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2001 dodge 1500. The temperature goes up  
beyond the normal when I let it idle. but when I press the
gas the temperature goes bask to normal.

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Mike answered 5 years ago

How high does it go, coolant doesn't flow as fast at idle and this condition might be normal, If this is a new problem check your coolant level.

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