How can I test my car for no heat?
First, check your coolant level to be sure there is enough liquid in there to even get to your heater core. If your radiator is very low on coolant, you’ll get no heat. If your levels are okay, you either have a bad water pump or a thermostat that isn’t opening.
What does it mean when your heater is blowing cold air?
Your furnace may be blowing cold air because the filter is too dirty. A dirty air filter blocks airflow over the furnace’s heat exchanger, causing it to overheat. If the pilot light isn’t lit, then the furnace’s burners won’t light, meaning no heat.
Why is my 2008 Chevy Equinox overheating?
While there are a variety of reasons your Chevrolet Equinox is overheating, the most common 3 are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat.
When does the Chevy Equinox heater blow cold air?
My Chevy Equinox heater blows cold air when i am at an idle or not on the gas. I have had the thermostat changed, about My Chevy Equinox heater blows cold air when i am at an idle…
Why does my 2008 Chevy Equinox keep overheating?
My 2008 Chevy equinox keeps overheating even after I changed the thermostat.. What else could be causing this problem.. It runs fine when not idling Clicking this will make more experts see the question and we will remind you when it gets answered.
What does the thermostat on a Chevy Equinox do?
Never touch the radiator cap unless the vehicle is ICE COLD. The job of your Equinox’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up.
Is there a problem with no heat at idle?
2008 Chevy Uplander no heat at idle but we do have heat upon acceleration and under normal driving conditions. I have seen several threads online but no solution I have heard of installing a booster pump but I also understand this can cause an adverse affect our school has 3 of these vans 2 out of 3 are experiencing this problem.