So far, we have spected the fan switch, the radiator, the hoses, checked the coolant levels, and even when everything is present and in new condition, the damn thing keeps overheating. It is very stressful. I can't buy a new car until later this year, and I drive everywhere for work. I must drive about 80 miles a day. ouch...
2007-02-18 13:54:55 · 11 answers · asked by Jane 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes, I forgot to add. The thermostat was replaced, and the minute I changed it, on my way home, yup, it heated up again...a lot. As if my car was just giving me the finger...
2007-02-18 14:03:05 · update #1
Radiator cap...changed. Waterpump, I think.
2007-02-18 14:04:46 · update #2
Thermostat ,waterpump.Radiator cap.
2007-02-18 14:03:13 · answer #1 · answered by thresher 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You say you've replaced the fan switch but not whether the cooling fan comes on. You need to be sure about the water pump. If the shaft which drives the impeller is snapped then your circulation is gone. Are you losing coolant? Is the top radiator hose overly stiff when the car is running? (An indication of a blown head gasket or cracked block). Does the temperature gauge fluctuate? If all of the cooling system checks out then you have to consider the head and block which will cause uneven circulation leading to this fluctuation. Please add more info if you can.
2007-02-18 14:22:27 · answer #2 · answered by Shawn M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok, so the cooling fan is coming on? Is it a clutch fan? Or activated by tempature.... when the cooling fan comes on you should hear it, you need to check the water pump.... you can start the car with the radiator cap off and watch the coolant flow through the radiator after the car warms up..... if it dosent flow than the water pump is bad, make sure to put the cap back on before you shut off the car.
2007-02-18 16:53:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about the thermostat? That is the first thing that it usually is this time of year and in hot weather too.
Ok, I would stop messing around and take it to a garage. Call around and go to one that deals with hondas and see if they have the analyzer for your year car and explain to the guy what you've done. They may know right away what it is....really. Experience is the best teacher and that is why they do what they do. If you are lucky it'll be a simple thing and you can get it done fast and cheap. If he has any mercy he will be kind to you. I stress a smaller garage, not a dealer. Ask a few friends and see if they know anyone...maybe call and talk to one they may help you. I still believe there are good people out there. You may need him for a big job one day and if he is a good business man he will help you and get your future business. Good luck.
2007-02-18 13:59:52 · answer #4 · answered by MISS-MARY 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Did you check the thermostat?? It is a little thing that has a spring wound around a valve. If this isn't working you will overheat.... simply take it out. It is best to replace it but you could drive without one for a couple of days...
2007-02-18 14:01:28 · answer #5 · answered by theoldbgee 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
start the car, take the cap off the radiator and see if any compression is in the radiator, you could possibly have a blown head or head gasket, check your oil and see if there is any coolant in it.
2007-02-18 14:40:27 · answer #6 · answered by pissedoffcollegestudent 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Air lock remove upper rad hose start eng When water flows reconnect,I learned this one the hard way.
2007-02-18 16:51:08 · answer #7 · answered by section hand 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have replaced all those parts, make sure the water pump is good and if it is then there is a good chance that your head gasket is blown.
2007-02-18 15:15:33 · answer #8 · answered by benztech79 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
waterpump, thermostat, perhaps wrong engine oil?
2007-02-18 15:35:07 · answer #9 · answered by Eddy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check your thermostat
2007-02-18 14:02:48 · answer #10 · answered by Brother Daz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋