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    Jan 24, 2013, 03:29 PM
    While driving my 2001 Dodge Ram truck the "check gauges" light comes on periodically
    While driving my 2001 Dodge Ram truck the "check gauges" light comes on periodically and the temperature gauge shoots all the way up. After a few seconds the temp gauge returns to normal operating range and the warning light disappears. Occasionally the fuel gauge will register as empty and the low gas light comes on--even though the tank has plenty of gas. In this case I must turn off the engine and restart it to return things to normal.
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    Jan 24, 2013, 06:37 PM
    Test the alternator--it sounds like the voltage regulator/brush assembly needs replacing, which is easy to do yourself. I suspect the brushes have worn down too far. Most auto parts stores will test alternators for free.
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