Home › Forums › Stay Dirty Lounge › Service and Repair Questions Answered Here › 5.7 vortec engine › 5.7 vortec engine November 6, 2019 at 12:46 am #895229 Richard KirshyParticipant Engine off, key in hand..? If that’s normal, it is the first time I’ve seen gauges remain active with out the key in the accessory or on position. It is possible you may have an issue with your cluster.