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you can run without one but you should have one to maintain proper engine operating temperature

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Q: Do you need a thermostat in your car?
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My car is blowing out cold air not hot when the heater is on.?

You need to change your thermostat in the car.


Why do you need a thermostat in your car?

A thermostat can prevent overheating on the engine, air-conditioning, by signaling such occurences through warning sounds.


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Do you need a car thermostat living in Hawaii?

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removing the thermostat on a 1997 BMW 528i series will be simple. First the fan will need to be taken off, then the cowl covering will need to be removed. After these parts are removed, the thermostat is in plain view. The hoses on the thermostat do not need to be removed on this car. The thermostat will removed by taking the two bolts off.


Is car thermostat necessary in a tropical temperature?

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To change the thermostat on a Kia Sorrento you will first need to make sure the car is completely cool since the thermostat is located near the radiator. Once your car is cooled down, simply unbolt the old thermostat and bolt in the new thermostat. It is that simple, there are no other parts to remove.


How do you determine if you need a thermostat or a heater core?

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Why would my car be warmed up then go cold will driving?

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What does it mean if the radiator cooliat in a car is not moving when the car is on?

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