I once had the temp gauge light flashing at start up.  I wiggled the
temp sensor plug (behind the thermostat) and the flashing stopped.

Laurence Smith
Hamilton, ON
90 Westy (fanumbos)

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> Subject: What controls pre-ignition flashing of warning lights?
>
>
> Hi everyone,
> A quick question for electrical system experts. What controls the
> blinking of the temperature and oil warning lights after
> you turn on the
> ignition but before you engage the starter. On one of my
> vans, blinking
> time varies from 5 to 30 seconds or more. The coolant light often
> continues to blink even after the engine starts (again, for varying
> lengths of time). Any suggestions for a culprit would be welcome.
> Lee Kouns
> 87 & 88 Westys
>