Outside air temp display always reads 130 F Sensor?

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Joe.G

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Hi, my 04 SLT 1500 Hemi, the overhead display always reads 130 F, is there a sensor or something that I should replace? thanks
 

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I had this issue too a few weeks ago but after cold resetting the truck (unplugging battery for a few minutes) it read normal. It may take a few resets to get it back though, or at least I did.
 

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The sensor is in front behind the grille usually near a headlight. I would try resetting the computer first, you can always replace it later.
 

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The sensor is in front behind the grille usually near a headlight. I would try resetting the computer first, you can always replace it later.

I was about to drive to get a new sensor when I had this issue until I just reset the computer, saved me $20 and a drive to Advanced Auto Parts lol
 
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Yes the Battery was replaced and computer has been reset. Maybe give it a little bit and see if it straightens out?
 

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Yeah, give it a few days of driving to reset. More than likely it will fix itself.
 
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Does the reset button on the display do anything for the temp?
 

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Had a similar thing a few weeks ago. Was stuck on 39 and it was 60 outside. Like a day or 2 later it was fine.
 
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Replaced the sensor Problem solved.
 

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