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Anonymous Posted on Nov 25, 2008

Inconsistent heat. I also have an 03 Intrepid. Mine will heat up when idling, but when I start driving it stops blowing out hot air, although it is somewhat warm. The temperature gauge rises when I come to a stop then goes to cold when I drive again. Any suggestions as to what may be causing this. Thanks

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The first thing i would do is replace thermostat and bleed cooling system, then re-check, It sounds like you have a defective thermostat.

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