2002 Dodge Caravan running cold

2002 DODGE CARAVAN
10,600 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MAMELRR
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The heat in the engine gets about 25% then the gauge drops back to cold. The heat coming from the heater is warm at best. The water level is good and there are no leaks. Is the thermostat bad or could there be sensor someplace thats bad? It's been cold here and the air going across the radiator is cold. The slow I drive I can feel the air from the heater maybe getting alittle warmer.
Nov 22, 2008 at 6:43 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

I would be replacing the thermostat a sit may have failed, or is the wrong heat range, start here first.

mark (mhpautos)
Nov 22, 2008 at 7:07 PM
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