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4.0
definitely annoying- Typical Repair Cost:
- $600
- Average Mileage:
- 144,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- replace thermostat (1 reports)
cooling system problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Thermostat stuck open and engine temp never reached full operating temperature.
Heat still available, but made de-icing window slower in winter.
Probably affected fuel economy, but not noticably.
Still ran sweetly.
- Bruce K., Hazelwood, MO, US