E320 CDi not warming up

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ianp320

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Hi all, I have a 53 plt E320 CDI .
Anyway, I know its damn cold outside at the moment but my Merc does not warm up at all - after journey to work ( 1/2 hr - 15miles) I have 1 bar showing on the temp gauge - warm air from the heater is pathetic.
Stuck thermostat or is this normal ?
Should I add a shield over the grill ?
Please advise (I look rather silly with a bobble hat on and gloves in the car)
Ian
 
I would say you definitely need to fit a new thermostat, they cost about £50 from MB but come complete with a new housing and temp sender unit.

Your temp should reach between 80 and 90 degrees.
 
Ref speeds - commute is about 40% slow traffic 60% 50mph. so thanks all - new thermostat to be fitted.

Ian
 

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