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Old 01-31-2011, 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 01-31-2011, 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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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 01-31-2011, 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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Anywhere from 8-35 bux depending on which you want.

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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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Personal preference most of the time
 




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