The engine is heating up to about 275 degrees. Once it gets up that high, it can drop quickly to about 170. It has boiled over once. It is full of antifreeze. I know it could be the thermostat that is broken, but could there be something wrong inside the engine?
It has an electric fan set with a start at 195 and a stop at 170. It does turn on.
2006-07-27 11:32:28 · 10 answers · asked by dspsundevil 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I strongly suspect the thermostat is acting up. It's a cheap (< $20) and easy (< 30 minute job) to replace.
Replace it and see how it goes.
If you haven't changed out the antifreeze in a while go ahead and replace it to. If the antifreeze is new, just catch it when you drain the radiator and put it back.
Good luck!
2006-07-27 11:36:00 · answer #1 · answered by wrkey 5 · 8⤊ 0⤋
You must have antifreeze it is not just for winter.
It has a higher boiling point then water.
Also check oil to see if it has a milky color.
You get that motor that hot and you will warp the head. Probably not really that hot but when water gets really low sending unit does not get an accurate reading
2006-07-27 19:14:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not winter time. Change the antifreeze to coolant. They have the pre mixed jugs in most auto stores and department stores. This will be a inexpensive way to find out if there is a more seriuos problem before you spend a small fortune at a garage.
2006-07-27 18:37:56 · answer #3 · answered by chrissm2001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thermostat probably isn't good, remember antifreeze has to be half and half, too much antifreeze will be thick, won't circulate, and the engine will overheat.
2006-07-27 21:12:30 · answer #4 · answered by kayef57 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it gets to 275, your thermostat isn't opening properly. Replace it, very simple job. Three bolts usually
2006-07-27 18:36:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a defective thermostat to me. I second its replacement.
2006-07-27 18:38:29 · answer #6 · answered by yes_its_me 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your thermostat is sticking closed,replace it before you damage your engine ,,unless you have already done the damage
2006-07-27 18:36:17 · answer #7 · answered by Vulcan 1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I vote for a sticking thermostat.
2006-07-27 18:56:20 · answer #8 · answered by Nc Jay 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Air pocket in engine block.
2006-07-27 18:34:20 · answer #9 · answered by Pancakes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bad gauge!
2006-07-27 18:36:38 · answer #10 · answered by couchpototo33 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋