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1996 GMC Safari Repair Question


Topics covered: Heater, Heater core, Door.
Mileage: 185,000 miles.

Asked on January 14, 2012

What is wrong with the heater?

96 gmc safari - warm air will not blow into passenger compartment - have replaced thermostat and vacuum line - heater core and blower are working properly
Avatar Asked by David88888888

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Replied on January 14, 2012

sounds like blend door is not working right.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 14, 2012

Inspect the air blend/mode/recirc doors/actuators/vacuum hoses-also check the HVAC control module

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on January 14, 2012

read here. http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4779539_troubleshooting-astro-van-heating-problems.html

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 14, 2012

are hoses on firewall at core hot?

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 14, 2012

Yes, the hoses are hot.

Tiny Response from David88888888
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Replied on January 14, 2012

heater core could be blocked. disconnect the lines and backflush. If that is the cause do it a few times to get it really cleaned out and the water comes out clear.

Tiny Answered by M_H_RITZEL (expert)
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Replied on January 15, 2012

dont sound like core is plugged.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 15, 2012

look for a electric temp control motor undr lower right side of dash on hvac case.

Tiny Answered by fixitmr
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Replied on January 15, 2012

with heater core eliminated then continue to follow fixitmr on checking the electric control motor.

Tiny Answered by M_H_RITZEL (expert)
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