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1988 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Heater, Coolant, Cooling system.
Mileage: 100,000 miles.

Asked on January 27, 2013

Ford Taurus Heater Problem

I had to have my antifreeze tank replaced because it leaked. Now my heater only blows hot for a short time then cold. could the cooling system need bled and if so how do you do that?
Avatar Asked by Don Kirkman

Answer

Replied on January 27, 2013

could be. run the car at 2500 rpm for a minute or so to bleed the system. make sure the coolant level is full.

roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on January 27, 2013

I have tried that, drove car 70 miles or so it still blows cold most of the time. It seems like it blows warm when I m on the hwy. but goes cold as soon as I slow down.This is about the only time it blows warm air. Don't know what to try?

Tiny Response from Don Kirkman
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Replied on January 27, 2013

sounds like the heater core may be clogged with debris.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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