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2001 Mitsubishi Galant Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Coolant, Coolant in oil.
Mileage: 90,000 miles.

Asked on November 14, 2011

I have flushed radiator and changed thermostat, replaced water pump, pressure and vacuum tested system. The engine still overheats with 10 minutes of idling or driving. I am baffled and out of ideas. There is no oil in coolant, nor coolant in oil.Help??

I have flushed radiator and changed thermostat, replaced water pump, pressure and vacuum tested system. The engine still overheats with 10 minutes of idling or driving. I am baffled and out of ideas. There is no oil in coolant, nor coolant in oil.
Help??
Avatar Asked by joey5555

Answer

Replied on November 14, 2011

check your radiator for cold spots. when the engien heats up, shut off engien and disconnect fans so they won't start. touch radiator in several places. if you feel a cold spot anywhere the radiator is clogged. it should have enve temp all over.

Tiny Answered by hmac300 (expert)
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