Autometer Factory Match Ford 52.4mm Full Sweep Electronic 100-260 Deg F Transmission Temp Gauge

Product 8457 DESCRIPTION:
Transmission fluid temperature is the single biggest contributing factor to the lifespan of your automatic transmission. Having an accurate, realtime measurement allows you to know when to downshift or when to take your foot out of it. Whether you’re towing or simply trying to harness the power of a built or boosted motor, AutoMeter’s Digital Stepper Motor Trans Temp Gauge will give you the most accurate possible measurement for the exact temp of your trans fluid. AutoMeter’s most advanced 1/8” NPT temperature transducer is included as well as a direct plug in wiring harness for ease of installation. An optional trans cooler line manifold is available for another easy installation option.
Feature Points
Factory matched LED through-the-dial lighting provides clear visibility during nighttime use and matches OEM instrumentation
Gauge kit includes 1/8” NPT temperature sender, 3/8” and 1/2" NPT adapters, wiring harness, mounting hardware, and detailed instructions for installation
Includes data acquisition grade temperature sender, providing unmatched accuracy and durability even in the harshest environments
AutoMeter’s race proven digital stepper motor electric instruments provide unmatched accuracy while keeping hazardous fluids outside of the vehicle
The accuracy of digital stepper motor gauges is further increased by utilizing a self calibration sequence during power up
Ships With
Includes Sending Unit: 2252
3/8" NPT and 1/2" NPT adapter fittings
Wire Harness: 5226
2230
California Residents: Prop 65 WARNING
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paul1214
· a year ago
Is it possible to replace the light in the gauge? I no longer have the Expedition I was using this gauge in and would like to put it in a different vehicle. The green illumination doesn't match the other gauges in the other vehicle (orange, white).
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Alex at AutoMeter · a year ago
Thank you for your question. The lighting on these gauges cannot be changed. They use LEDs built directly onto the circuit board to provide the lighting through the dial face.
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wrightcall
· 3 years ago
What gauge of wire is used from the sensor/sending unit in the pan to the gauge itself? I need to splice, solder, and repair and want to use the same size wire for the best connection possible.
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Sarah from AutoMeter · 3 years ago
Thank you for your question. This uses 22 gauge wire. We would recommend soldered connections and it would be important to check to ensure 0 resistance through that new connection.
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wrightcall
· 3 years ago
I had a new transmission fluid pan put on my truck and the mechanics spliced the wires to extend them so the sensor would fit in the sensor port on the pan. I have extra wire coiled up out of the way, what is the best way to fix this?
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Sarah from AutoMeter · 3 years ago
Sorry, we’re not sure if we fully understand the question. If you’re looking to eliminate the extra wire, we would not recommend making any adjustments if everything is functioning properly. You can cut out extra wire and reconnect, but the temperature gauge is based on resistance, so it would be critical that you have a perfect, soldered connection with zero resistance.
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Bart
· 6 years ago
I bought this gauge and can't get it to work with the manifold 2286 in return hard line (which is hot as well as the supply) is it that i have it mounted with sender pointing up? or does it need more ground? Gauge lights and dims as should, 12v is good, ?
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Zach from AutoMeter · 6 years ago
Thank you for your question. If using an electric gauge with 2286 you more than likely need to run a remote ground wire to the sending unit. the sending unit grounds through the threads and will not have sufficient ground through the adapter. Run a ground wire from a good engine ground to the body of the sending unit. If your issue persists, contact our support team so they can go through some further troubleshooting steps. You can reach our support team at 866.248.6357 or https://www.autometer.com/contacts
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Kyle222
· 6 years ago
Is there anyway to purchase just sensor for this? I don’t need the entire unit. If so will you send me the link in the response thank you
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Zach from AutoMeter · 6 years ago
Thank you for your question. This gauge uses our sensor #2252: https://www.autometer.com/temperature-sender-for-digital-stepper-motor-temp-gauges.html
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Kyle222
· 6 years ago
Can I just buy the sensor, mine has died and I’m not interested in buying the entire gauge again.
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Zach from AutoMeter · 6 years ago
Thank you for your question. Yes, the sensor is part #2252.
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Hpely
· 7 years ago
Will this work on a ford, 2012, E450 frame, V10, - which is a RV. It has 5 speed automatic transmission - AC3P-7000HA. I would like to use it with a test port installation. Thanks
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Matt from AutoMeter · 7 years ago
Thank you for the question. It's important to know, despite being Ford Factory Match, these are designed as add-on auxiliary gauges and not necessarily vehicle specific. This should work for you, but there are potentially a couple challenges. The 8457 Full Sweep Electric model includes an 8FT harness from the gauge to the sender. That should be enough, but we don't recommend extending it, unless the connections are soldered, zero resistance connections. Secondly, in the test port, we often see an internal clearance issue with the sender. This potential problem can be eliminated by using our Short Sweep Gauge model 8449 (https://www.autometer.com/2-1-16-trans-temp-100-250-f-sse-ford-factory.html) along with our shallow depth sender model 2259 (https://www.autometer.com/shallow-depth-electric-temperature-sender-250-300-and-340-deg.html)
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