2000 Chevy Cavalier Car slow to warm up

131,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TONY1331
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Car not heating up properly engine temp drops when defrost or heater is cut on
Nov 30, 2009 at 6:18 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The first thing I would recommend is replacing the thermostat. It sounds like it is sticking open all of the time.

Let me know if that helps.
Nov 30, 2009 at 11:42 AM
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TONY1331
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Replaced Thermostat and still having same problem...also drained and flush radiator. Still got me puzzled and thankyou for your help in this matter!
Dec 1, 2009 at 12:57 AM
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