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1999 Nissan Maxima Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Lower radiator hose, Thermostat.
Mileage: 104,000 miles.

Asked on March 23, 2012

Car sometimes over heats. replaced thermostat but still have problem. what else could be wrong?

Can drive the car 10 miles one day and no problem. Drive 10 miles the next day and it over heats. Thermostat was replaced but didn't help.
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Replied on March 23, 2012

So is it overheating temp wise?Or just boiling over the cap?Also is your radiator fan working when its overheating?

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Replied on March 23, 2012

Temp wise. The fan is working

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Replied on March 23, 2012

Could it be a problem with the radiator?

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Replied on March 23, 2012

When the fan comes on when it gets hot Does the fan blow out really hot air out of the fan?Also have you checked to see if the radiator fins or condensor fins are blocked with debris like sand bags etc?Also when it gets really hot are the upper and lower radiator hoses getting really hot?

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