2003 Chevy Impala take to long to warm up

2003 CHEVROLET IMPALA
52,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BGBILL51
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i have a 2003 chevy when i started in the am it take a long time to warm up to get heat
Dec 24, 2008 at 4:54 PM
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RENAUDTN
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What you're describing is typical of a thermostat that is stuck open.
Replace it (5 dollars + new coolant) and it should fix your problem.

Let me know if you need more help.

Merry Christmas
Dec 25, 2008 at 5:26 PM
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