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fatmanstan
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Oct 19, 2011, 8:23 PM

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Temp Issues with a 04 Ranger	Sign In

The last few weeks i have noticed a problem with my 04 Ranger's engine temp. No matter how long i drive it doesn't come to normal running temperatures. I have had the truck for several years so i know how long it takes for the engine to heat up. It has been getting colder but not that cold. Today i started my truck with out door temps at about 30 F and drove to work. Mostly 60 mph for about 30 miles and the truck never hit normal temps.

Specs-
4.0 V6 4X4 Edge Ranger
70,000 miles
Plenty of Coolant

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Mr.scotty
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Oct 19, 2011, 9:49 PM

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The thermostat could be stuck open.
Thats the first thing i would check.
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fatmanstan
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Oct 20, 2011, 8:56 AM

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That was my first thought also but wouldn't it eventually be able to heat up or is the cooling system that efficient?

Mr.scotty
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Oct 20, 2011, 1:02 PM

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The cooling system will not come up to full operating temp if the thermostat is stuck open.
It's a cheap enough thing to replace, I would just do it.
Don't forget to get the seal for it too if it don't come with it.
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