FWD Chrysler 81-95 Performance Tips

16 messages, Last post on Aug 18, 2009 at 4:21 AM

#12 of 16 No Heat by kayfuslee Jan 20, 2009 (6:26 pm)
Anybody know why it would take almost a 1/2 hr of driving before getting heat in the car? Replies to this message: PAman (Jan 26, 2009 6:49 am)
#13 of 16 Re: No Heat [kayfuslee] by PAman Jan 26, 2009 (6:49 am)
Replying to: kayfuslee (Jan 20, 2009 6:26 pm) Check two things; your thermostat and the radiator fans. On some cars, when you use the defroster setting, it automatically turns on the A/C compressor. That is due to the fact that dry warm air clears a windshield faster than warm moist air. If the A/C compressor comes on, most cars these days automatically turn on the radiator fans in order to keep the compressor from being overpressurized on the high side. However, if the fan is on, it could keep your car from warming up quickly. Also, your thermostat could be the wrong one, coming open too soon, or be stuck in the open position. If it is open and coolant is flowing all the time, it will take a LOT longer for the heater to put out any heat. Most manufacturers call for a 185, 190 or 195 degree thermostat. A good parts store can tell you what your car should have. BTW, do NOT buy a Robert Shaw thermostat. Go with an OEM or a Stant thermostat.
#14 of 16 1989 lebaron turbo by redbarron00 Feb 01, 2009 (12:04 pm)
my 1989 chrysler le baron turbo has poor acceleration any fixes
#16 of 16 coil by pogen Aug 18, 2009 (4:21 am)
no power to coil on my chrysler lebaron 2,5 88 mod help