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Why does a heater in 1999 Chevrolet silverado blow cold air with thermostat on hot?

Thermostat stuck open:

- The thermostat regulates the flow of coolant to the heater core. When the thermostat is stuck open, it will allow too much coolant to flow through the heater core, which can prevent it from getting hot enough to produce warm air.

Low coolant level:

- If there is not enough coolant in the system, it will not be able to properly circulate through the heater core and provide heat.

Faulty heater control valve:

- The heater control valve regulates the flow of coolant to the heater core. If the valve is faulty, it may not be allowing enough coolant to flow through the heater core, resulting in cold air.

Air in the cooling system:

- If there is air in the cooling system, it can cause the heater core to become blocked and prevent it from producing heat.

Faulty heater core:

- If the heater core is damaged or blocked, it will not be able to transfer heat from the coolant to the air that flows through it.