heater not working

cocolamus · 2017-10-05T21:12:14+00:00

Heat just gets warm. I did a flush, then ran clear water through system. replaced thermostat with factory thermostat. Also replaced thermostat housing and clamps. Also replaced radiator cap with factory cap. I have a lazer thermometer, the heater core temperatures on the hoses were around 190 185 enter and exit temperatures flow was good through heater core. blend door does shift hot to cold and fan works on all four settings. No accidents I am aware of like a crushed radiator. but what I suspect is broad. Possible heater core, radiator, water pump but not hearing any noise, or seeing any leaks or possible head gasket, I did read something about Chrysler having head bold issues but not sure how that affects this engine. With out seeing an physical evidence, all of these repairs are expensive and may not fix it. So if someone has ran into this issues possible I could pin point this a little better. it is a good little car and easy to work on like brakes exhaust etc. so I would like to keep it. Any advice would be appreciated.

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING

120,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Is the coolant level full? Also, with the engine running, hot, and the heater on, feel both heater core hoses. Are they both hot?

Let me know.
Joe

Oct 7, 2017 at 11:54 AM (Merged)