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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 575 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM -- 5.7L)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESENGINE FAILS TO REACH NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature
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Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature

Step Action Yes No
1 Inspect the coolant level.
Is the coolant level below the add mark?		 Go to Step 2  Go to Step 3 
2
  1. Add coolant as necessary. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
  2. Perform a cooling system pressure test.
Is the repair complete?		 System OK -
3 Inspect for a stuck open, missing, or wrong type of thermostat. Refer to Thermostat Diagnosis .
Is the thermostat operating properly?		 System OK Go to Step 4 
4 Install the correct replacement thermostat. Refer to Thermostat Replacement .
Is the repair complete?		 System OK -
RENDER: 1.0x

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