After work intended to address cabin heat that turns cool at idle, repeat the original conditions in a safe place and check whether the symptom returns. Note engine temperature, fan setting, and whether heat returns when road speed increases. Record the result before clearing codes or resetting adaptations.
Follow the maker’s procedure for drive cycles and readiness monitors. Check coolant only when cold and look for leaks; low coolant can affect heater performance. If the issue remains, return to the evidence instead of swapping another part.
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