2006-08-14 08:45:22 · 6 answers · asked by momcat 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Most likely thing here is a VERY loose fanbelt. It is managing to turn the water pump [a bit] but is slipping on the alternator pulley. Has it blown up since I started typing?
2006-08-14 09:07:25 · answer #1 · answered by Shauna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some more info would be good, ie what type of car, does it have an electric fan?
firstly check all Ur levels, oil, water, add antifreeze to the water, as it raises the boiling point of the water, check for oil and water leaks. next U want to check the thermostat is working properly, it is housed in a small chamber, with a large hose coming out of it to the top of the radiator, take it out, and look around the edge of it, U r looking for its operating temperature, it will be stamped around the edge.
find that temp, and put it in some water at the same temp as that, U should see it open, if it doesn't replace it, U must remember to renew the gasket when replacing it
next U want to check the fan works, there should be a temperature sensor for it, on the engine some where, disconnect it and put a wire into the socket leading to the fan, this will bypass the sensor, with the key in the ignition and turn to position 2, the fan should run, if it doesn't, the fans faulty, if it does the sensor maybe faulty.
check that the water pump turns freely, and stiffness, and it needs replacing.
to check the sensor, run the engine up to temp and wait the fan should kick in, if it doesn't and U checked the fan works U need a new sensor
2006-08-14 16:20:28 · answer #2 · answered by davethestickman 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The CORRECT answer is that there could be several causes for this. Do the common sense ones first...check the coolant level in the radiator, look for coolant leaks, and check the oil. As a previous answerer said, it might be a simple stuck-closed thermostat that's blowing out all your coolant through the overflow tank, or it could be something a lot more complex. If in doubt, take it to a good mechanic or the dealer. TOW it there; don't drive it or you risk damaging the engine, assuming it isn't already.
Also, learn to check fluids, etc on a regular basis, or at least have someone do it for you; that way, you can catch things before they become a problem. Don't depend on engine lights to tell you when there's a problem...you are putting your several-thousand dollar vehicle in the hands of a 20 cent bulb that could burn out.
2006-08-14 16:01:50 · answer #3 · answered by answerman63 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A mechanic. Check the water levels in your radiator. Check your engine coolant (antifreeze) levels. Take it in to get it looked at. Maybe the fan is broken. It could be anything.
2006-08-14 15:50:59 · answer #4 · answered by gilgamesh 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
check oil level and water level. You dont need a mechanic for that.
IF thats ok you may have a stuck thermostat, no big deal.
Anything else would need a mechanic to find out (blown head gasket etc)
2006-08-14 15:53:09 · answer #5 · answered by ii337 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you probably should check the radiator and the coolant tank to see if you have any left...chances are you are going to need to refill it with antifreezs or at least water until you can get some
2006-08-14 15:51:10 · answer #6 · answered by Valium 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋