when the car is running the heater works fine when idling it starts cool air

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Asked by SYEDPERVAIZ Jan 07, 2013 at 09:57 PM about the 2008 Dodge Charger

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Either the idle speed is too low or the water pump is worn. It cools because there is less flow through the heater core. Put the car in neutral so it idles faster if you don't want the expense of a new pump.

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