1996 Other Suzuki Models Car stoops heating after speed of 5

1996 SUZUKI
206,257 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JDGILLIAM
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I have a 1996 4-DR Suzuki Sidekick Sport JLX 1.8 and have replaced two thermostats this week trying to get the vehicle to heat beyond 55 mph. While idle the thermostat registers midway between 'C' and 'overheat'. When driving the faster I go the needle register dwindles down to the 'C' and the heater cools down. The truck does not heat above 55 mph and begins to blow cool air. I can drop my speed below 55mph and the needle will again register between 'C' and 'overheat'. Must I use a specific thermostat? Suggestions please.
Feb 1, 2008 at 8:35 PM
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DAVE H
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you need the correct graded thermostat for the vehicle .. ask the autoparts store to supply the correct stat
Apr 25, 2010 at 2:56 AM
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