1996 for fairmont ef heater problem

1996 FORD FAIRMONT
188,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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ASHETAKA
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i've got a 1996 forf fairmont ef n the heater is not workin at all but the aircon works just fine. what could be the problem? i was told it might need a new temperature sender thingy? pls help, i know nothin about cars :( thnx!
Jul 30, 2011 at 6:39 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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You will have to check the heater valve and vacuum line, it is on the L/H/S of the engine low down at the rear, it is a black plastic valve, often the vacuum line falls off.
Jul 30, 2011 at 7:50 PM
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