BMW won't heat up on short runs

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BMW won't heat up on short runs

My 2004 BMW 320d Estate is cold and refuses to blow hot air on short runs. I know diesels heat the engine first but is there any way I can get the cabin to heat up more quickly?

Asked on 15 March 2015 by Tom Spender

Answered by Honest John

I'd guess that the basic engine cooling system thermostat is stuck open.

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