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P0128 question and normal coolant temp

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Welcome (y) and yes I'd say your thermostat needs some attention, fairly easy job, one bolt is a little aggravating (passenger side) and is a little tight, a 1/4" drive universal or swivel socket helps a bunch, and they are proud of the factory thermostat (BOHICA)

I think the factory thermostat is 208* mine is typically 198~203
 
Replaced stat yesterday... so far so good. Lost my socket twice. Luckily, it got caught by serp belt. Didn't drop the left bolt either. I don't know about the ram, but on the JGC the bolt rubs against a bracket that is very tight fit. Had to be careful to not cross-thread as putting it back together.
it is a little tight and awkward :oops: :unsure: but i had already done some tuning and exhaust work on mine so this was a piece of cake :oops: ;);)
 
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