Overheating or no heat from the heater are sure signs it is bad. You car is 12 years old, just replace it if you have a suspicion it is bad. You can test the thermostat but why bother? You will have to remove it to perform the test. Just replace it.
If the thermostat has failed it will need replaced.
track bar needs to be replaced.
1997 DODGE STRATUS HAS A BAD ENGINE BLOCK. 85 % OF THE 1995-1998 STRATUS' HAVE BAD ENGINES. AS A RESULT, THE OTHER PROBLEMS SURFACE.
No, the entire assembly needs to be replaced.
195 degree
If the cables have failed, the entire regulator needs replaced.
You probably have a light burned out. It just needs to be replaced. Turn your signal on and check front and back...One will be on, but not blinking. The other will not be on, It is the one that needs to be replaced.
Where the upper radiator hose connects to the engine, you will find the thermostat.
The thermostat is located behind the alternator. You can find instructions on Auto Zone's web site.
Changing a thermostat in a 1997 Dodge Ram 318 is very simple to do. First the radiator hose will need to be removed from the thermostat. After the hose is removed, loosen the nuts that are holding the thermostat in place. Then the thermostat will need to be pulled out using just the hands. Then replace with a new thermostat.
day time running module on drivers fender back by the brake booster needs to be replaced
If loose they will need replaced.