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How to Diagnose Fix a Vehicle That Doesnt Have Heat

Created on: 2019-01-31

How to diagnose a vehicle that does not have heat.

  1. step 1 :Diagnosing the Heating Issue
    • Wait for the engine to cool
    • Remove the coolant reservoir cap
    • Check the coolant level and top off the coolant if needed
    • Check the heater pipes entering the firewall
    • If the heater pipes are cold, the water pump could be malfunctioning or the heater core could be plugged
    • Let the engine run for 10-15 minutes
    • If the temp doesn't reach near 210 degrees, the issue could be the thermostat or coolant fan
    • Turn the blower to the max setting
    • Open the vents and test the air flow, alternating between heat and a/c

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How to Replace Heater Core 1991-98 GMC K1500

Follow the step-by-step instructions in this video to learn how to replace the heater core on your 91-98 GMC K1500.

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