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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 06:07 AM
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if im driving it does it every 5 minutes. the temperature goes over the middle line by a quater then it goes back down. wat should i do?
 
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 06:14 AM
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its scary. it just started doin this like a month ago. i have another problem. i get the lightning bolt. i get it once in a while. i never fixed it. maybe thats wat cause this new problem?
 
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 06:53 AM
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Listen, start by going to an parts store and replacing your t-stat and see if that solves it. Go out and check the coolant level if you have not already. You got an 04 DR? When was the last time you flushed the coolant system?
 
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 08:15 AM
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yea 04 hemi. i have had it for a year and i never done it. how much is a t stat?
 
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 08:44 AM
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Anywhere from 8-35 bux depending on which you want.

Thermostat part #s

If you need a service manual then click on the links in my signature below
 
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Old Jan 31, 2011 | 09:15 PM
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ok thanks bro. one more question r they all the same? does one work better then the other? and if so how can i tell wich one is better?
 
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Old Feb 1, 2011 | 11:11 AM
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Personal preference most of the time
 
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