1998 Mitsubishi Shogun Repair Question
Topics covered: Coolant, Cooling system, Radiator.
Mileage: 14,600,000 miles.
Mileage: 14,600,000 miles.
Asked on March 3, 2011
Mitsubishi showgun 1998 gls lwb auto 2.8
I have a problem with my jeep overheating when it is ticking over or going short distances it is fine but if i had to go on to a moterway for about 20min and then come off the tep gauge would go to red i would have to pullover an let it cool down. one time it imobilised its self has it got self bleeding. what could be causeing it.
Answer
Replied on May 20, 2011
The cooling system is inefficient and probable causes are :
1. Thermostat not opening sufficiently.
2. Clogged radiator.
3. Restricted coolant passage.
4. Weak water pump.
5. Insufficient coolant.