2006-08-21 21:26:05 · 13 answers · asked by Mo 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
This could be a number of things, namely (from cheapest to most expensive:
1. Not enough coolant in the radiator
2. A bad thermostat
3. A leaky hose
4. A bad cooling fan
5. A broken water pump (though you would probably know this from the noise and the leaking.
6. A radiator that is corroded and does not allows enough water flow
7. A leaky radiator
You should be able to do numbers 1-3 on your own. However, depending on the make and model of the car, 4-6 might need to be done by a mechanic. For example, some Hondas have water pumps that are connected to the timing belt. This, in itself, complicates the job tremendously.
If you want to do the work yourself, get a Chilton guide to car repair for the model car that you have (you could probably order one online) and read the directions for troubleshooting the overheating.
2006-08-21 21:36:35 · answer #1 · answered by sverthfreyr 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow! some of the answers! hehe
Well this could be caused by so many things it's hard just to pin point one thing without looking at it. The most common things that do cause over heating are blockage in the radiator, water pump failing, air in the system, stuck thermostat, fans not working properly or fan switch not working correctly.
Take it to a shop and have a diag done on it.
2006-08-22 02:39:09 · answer #2 · answered by grande alacrán 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make positive the coolant factor is comprehensive in the radiator itself, and by no skill basically the plastic overflow reservoir. per chance the thermostat. The thermostat keeps the coolant temperature regulated. because the engine warms up from a chilly commence, the temp gage needle might want to upward thrust to about halfway or 3/4 or regardless of is universal on your automobile, and then stay interior a narrow decision of version, per chance wavering slightly decrease yet by no skill more desirable. If the needle swings wildly, or by no skill settles at a strong factor, suspect your thermostat. If temp gage begins to bypass too extreme in direction of overheating, swap on your heater to optimal; it would want to really help prevent overheating the engine.
2016-11-26 22:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by tornese 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First pop ur hood and check to make sure the fan is coming on, Buy a cheap Anifreeze tester and make sure its good, Could even be a water pump or a thermostat.
2006-08-21 21:33:32 · answer #4 · answered by myothernewname 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check fluid levels, belts, and for leaks running out from under the car. If that is all OK then it is probably a blown head gasket.
2006-08-21 21:35:11 · answer #5 · answered by Red 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the fan belt is broken, or low water in radiator, thermostat could be faulty.
2006-08-21 21:32:02 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually a blockage in the radiator core.
2006-08-21 21:34:50 · answer #7 · answered by mandbturner3699 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put antifreeze and H2O in the radiator of your car. You probably have a leak in it.
2006-08-21 21:32:09 · answer #8 · answered by RangerBob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it over heats almost everytime u drive it could be the raidator it needs to be changed
2006-08-21 21:37:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
be sure you have plenty of coolant, and definately check the thermostat
2006-08-21 21:35:03 · answer #10 · answered by dreemcache 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋