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1997 Dodge Caravan Overheats at Idle

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CMB3210
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97 dodge caravan
everytime i stop at a red light for more then 20 seconds the temp. needle goes up to the H
once i start driving the needle goes right back to normal in a few seconds
does anyone know whats going on?????
Jan 17, 2006 at 2:54 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Be sure the cooling fans are working
Jan 18, 2006 at 8:34 AM
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LITTLEFROG333
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your thermostat could be sticking. is your cooling fans coming on?
Jan 19, 2006 at 5:47 AM

Suggested Repair

Verify that the cooling fans come on and operate properly, especially when the vehicle is stopped and the temperature rises.

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Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1997 Dodge Caravan reported that the temperature gauge rises to hot after stopping at a light for more than about 20 seconds, then returns to normal within a few seconds of driving. The expert advised confirming that the cooling fans are working. Another user suggested a sticking thermostat and also asked whether the cooling fans come on.

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