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2005 Chevrolet Silverado heater blows cold air when idling. When truck is running, heater works normal.

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Sounds like the coolant level is a bit low. I have also seen a water pump problem do this. It is rare
but I have seen it. You can also remove the heater core hoses from the heater core and flush it back and forth a few times with the water hose. The dexcool sometimes causes a bit of a restriction. It can solidify if it hasn't been flushed. Flushing the cooling system every 2 years helps alot.

Paul

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