overheating problem
overheating problem
I am having a problem with my '98 SE. I am overheating and loosing coolant from my cooling system. It appears to be overflowing from the overflow. I have not been able to detect any leaks in the radiator, have replaced the thermostat and all hoses. I do not loose alot of coolant over a weeks time but I have to keep a close check. Does anybody have any suggestions?
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charliemax
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Re: overheating problem
Where are you finding the coolant? Is it on the engine anywhere? Is more disappearing than you are finding? Pull your dipstick. Does your oil look like chocolate milk, instead of sparkly oil.
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bonnevillain
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Re: overheating problem
could be a water pump, or intake gaskets. check the oil as mentioned.
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Barry
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- Year and Trim: 1999 SSE
- Location: Burnsville, MN
Re: overheating problem
How many miles are on your engine? Have you ever replaced the LIM gaskets?
1999 SSE. 112k, Cleared Corners, Mobile 1, Energy Suspension endlinks. Ported and Polished LIM, NGK TR-55 Sparkplugs, 180 drilled Intense stat, Flow matched injectors, Intense FWI, Intense PCM, MagnaFlow Cat.
Re: overheating problem
If you are sure it is coming from the overflow tube then the fix is simple. Replace your radiator cap. Don't hesitate to check your oil and look for more leaks.