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2001 Chevrolet Prizm Repair Question


Topics covered: Heater, Door, Engine.
Mileage: 156,000 miles.

Asked on January 15, 2013

Chevrolet Prizm Heater Problem

"Hello I have 2001 chevrolet prizm and it has 156000 miles and the heater's not working? Like sometimes work only middle blower but it gives only warm air not hot and the side one gives cool air. So what it could be?" So far I changed thermostat but still it's same
Avatar Asked by Patel1213

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Replied on January 15, 2013

Are both heater core hoses getting hot? Have you checked blend air doors? Is the engine warming up to a normal operating temp?

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on January 15, 2013

Ya the car engine is warming up to normal temperature.

Tiny Response from Patel1213
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Replied on January 15, 2013

And the both heater core hose getting hot little bit!

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Replied on January 15, 2013

If those two things are good (and they sound like they are), you need to check the blend door. It is what determines if you get heat or AC to the car.

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