2006 Chevy Malibu Heater

2006 CHEVROLET MALIBU
36,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NOVICE MECH2
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My heater only puts out warm air even though the engine is hot. Is this the thermostat or something else?
Aug 31, 2009 at 12:47 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I need you to check something. With the engine warmed up and the heater on high, feel both heater hoses under the hood. They should both be hot. Let me know what you find.

Joe

PS: If the car isn't overheating and it warms up normally, the t-stat should be fine.
Sep 6, 2009 at 11:25 PM
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CAPITALPYRO
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I have the same problem. 2006 malibu with 3.5l. AC work great. All settings for air direction work. No heat coming out. Both heater hoses are very hot. Temp gauge in middle as it always has been.

One thing I noticesd is that I can remove the filler cap and there is no pressure. I AM NOT losing fluid and it is full. All fuses are good. Ideas or instructions? Thanks
Sep 7, 2009 at 3:19 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I would start by checking the blender door. It is located near the heater core. If it doesn't open, no heat can enter the vehicle.
Sep 7, 2009 at 3:25 PM
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CAPITALPYRO
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Any information as to how to access this on a 06 Maxx?
Sep 8, 2009 at 6:56 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check under the hood on the firewall. I believe the HVAC box is on the passanger side. Also, if you follow the heater hoses, they will lead to the heater core.
Sep 8, 2009 at 7:55 AM
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