2007-08-17 00:51:30 · 3 answers · asked by Lori N 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You probably have a badly clogged radiator. If it's more than ten years old, you should go ahead and replace it. Don't let some clown tell you to fix the radiator. New ones only cost $100 or so, and an unclogged old one would probably go out altogether soon.
2007-08-17 04:47:05 · answer #1 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a few things. First, it could be a partially clogged (internally) radiator tank or core, which is not allowing coolant to flow through the entire radiator, which doesn't allow maximum cooling. Second, the fins on the radiator core (external this time!) could be obstructed with leaves, trash etc. This would also cause inadequate cooling of the radiator. Third, it could be be a thermostat that is opening at too high a temperature. Fourth, it could be an inoperative electric radiator fan. If the radiator is not plugged up, and the radiator fan is not operating, you could get away with the car not overheating while traveling down the road. However, in traffic, with the car idling, your car would overheat quickly.
Your heater core (when the heater fan is on) is removing enough heat to keep your engine from completely melting down.
The obstructions that I mentioned and the radiator fan are easy enough to check visually. Be careful and don't get burned or injured.
If these things don't appear to be the problem, than it is probably that crusty old thermostat.
2007-08-17 08:03:13 · answer #2 · answered by yeoldevillageidiot 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, check your fan motors...!!! sounds like one is not
working. radiator coolers main fan.....
2007-08-17 08:14:26 · answer #3 · answered by Steve L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋