Have to press accelerator in order to warm up the engine

Tiny
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If I start my car I has to press the accelerator down and up to make it warm the car
Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 AT 11:44 AM

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Tiny
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Good afternoon,

It takes the engine run-up to 5 minutes before the heat develops in the car. The colder the weather, the longer it takes for the heat to work.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-car-heater-works

Revving the engine does help some but it is not recommended. Check the coolant level to be sure it is correct.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-heater-not-working

Does the engine temperature run normally? A stuck open thermostat would delay the engine in producing heat.

Roy

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Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 AT 12:52 PM

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