1989 Oldsmobile Ciera running cold

1989 OLDSMOBILE CIERA
66,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PBLACK0826
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The car just seems to run cold all the time, especially if i am actually driving. if i am sitting idling it will warm up. what could be causing that, possible thermostat
Feb 2, 2009 at 8:17 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be if its sticking, replace it and see what happens
Feb 2, 2009 at 8:27 AM
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PBLACK0826
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ok i changed it and it is still doing the same thing.
Feb 2, 2009 at 10:13 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Are you talking about engine heat or heat from the heater
Feb 2, 2009 at 1:47 PM
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PBLACK0826
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says the engine is cold, and the heater blows cool'
Feb 2, 2009 at 2:13 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Recheck the thermostat and heater core if its clogged-up and also the temperature gauge sending unit
Feb 2, 2009 at 3:06 PM
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PBLACK0826
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how do you unclog the heater core. just run a flush through it
Feb 3, 2009 at 7:05 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Flush thru till it clears
Feb 3, 2009 at 2:18 PM
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