2001 Oldsmobile Aurora Repair Question
Topics covered: Coolant, Gas, Head gasket.
Mileage: 12,700 miles.
Mileage: 12,700 miles.
Asked on November 28, 2011
What would cause i car overflow to boil over when the car itself is not overheating?
Hi I have a 2001 Oldmobile Aurora and the overflow tank is boiling over but the engine is not overheating. I changed the thermostat, drained the coolant and refilled and changed out the overflow bottle as well. Now it is just coming out the overflow tube everytime I drive it which still means it is boiling inside the tank but I dont know why. Do you have any ideas for me? What would cause this? FYI the overflow tank is the only cap there isnt a radiator cap just in case that helps with anything.
Asked by isaacfegAnswer
Replied on November 28, 2011
it is running hot otherwise the coolant will not boil.
you need a leak down test to verify that there is not a head gasket issue. it sounds like either a head gasket or vlogged radiator.
Roy
Replied on November 28, 2011
Ok I will have to take it in and get it tested then, I doesnt seem to be running hot at all. As far as the tempeture gauge inside the car it never goes over half way and always seems to run where its supposed too.
Replied on November 28, 2011
get this checked first. this will insure that there is no internal issues
Roy