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Posted on Jan 18, 2012

I just rebuild my 1990 gmc 4.3 v6 engine and now my heater only blows warm air when befor the rebuild it blew hot I've replaced the water pump thermostat and the heater core was checked I just can't figure it out

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This could be many different issues. you could have a lower degree thermostat, if the block wasn't boiled and flushed you could have coolant restriction in the block causing less flow to the heater core,or you could have put your heater core hoses in reverse flow.

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First you have to identify what causes the problem.
To do this you have to:
1) When engine is cold check the level of coolant. If it is low fill it up.
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3) If engine temperature is normal, then check the temperature of pipes that go to/from heater core. These pipes are located up the fire wall (easier access is from the passenger side). If pipe/pipes are cold (even engine is warm) it means you heater core is plugged and should be flushed. Keep in mind, flushing the whole cooling system is different from flushing heater core.
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