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Old Feb 8, 2004 | 06:24 PM
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Heating problem on 1998 B4000

Just looking for any input on a problem.

Recently my temperature gauge has been going up to the danger zone. The only way I can stop it is to turn my heater on full board. This causes the temp gauge to stay in the middle. The other symptom I have is that the heat coming out of my vents is hotter than normal.

I have plenty of coolant, no leaks, and the fan works fine.

I think the thermostat is stuck and needs to be replaced.

Has anyone else had this problem?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

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Old Feb 8, 2004 | 06:25 PM
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sounds like a thermostat to me. They're cheap, so why not replace it.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2004 | 07:14 PM
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If that doesn't fix it then I would suspect a clogged radiator.
 
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