91 caravan heating trouble
caratrouble
11-14-2004, 08:19 AM
hi i got a 91 caravan that don;t want to let out heat till you have been driving for 30 mins+ and will only blow warm air after that from the foot position anyone have any ideas of what could be rong????
thanks rod
thanks rod
yogi_123rd
11-14-2004, 11:22 AM
Sounds like a thermostat that's sticking open and needs to be replaced. Thermostat and gasket cost under $5. It is located on the engine, at the end of the top hose under the gooseneck.
vinniep
12-22-2004, 09:55 PM
Rod, have the same exact problem,were you able to figure it out, i haven't.
QWESTER
12-23-2004, 08:56 PM
hi Y & W,
first check for low radiator fluid level. If not that, put thin cardboard over front of radiator. Use two strips one for each side. If you get adequate heat with cardboard then thermostat is bad. it"s easy to replace with screwdriver, socket wrenches and scraper. do not use silicone base sealant on gasket as it can contaminate oxygen sensor. use new gasket. make sure new one has air vent hole.
first check for low radiator fluid level. If not that, put thin cardboard over front of radiator. Use two strips one for each side. If you get adequate heat with cardboard then thermostat is bad. it"s easy to replace with screwdriver, socket wrenches and scraper. do not use silicone base sealant on gasket as it can contaminate oxygen sensor. use new gasket. make sure new one has air vent hole.
vinniep
12-24-2004, 12:26 PM
Qwester thanks for that info,will give it a try. i already replaced the thermostat,flushed the core, checked the heater control vavle, the cable to the door, and fluid, also no bubbles. so stumped.
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