2001 Volkswagen Jetta Repair Question
Topics covered: Coolant, Water pump, Coolant overflow tube.
Mileage: 230,000 miles.
Mileage: 230,000 miles.
Asked on February 18, 2013
Volkswagen Jetta Coolant Problem
My car overheated last night at highway temperatures, i noticed a puddle of coolant on the ground under the car and the radiator overflow cap had an immense amount of pressure. I checked the coolant overflow tube and coolant is flowing in there (waterpump) heat works very well, not sure what caused this any suggestions? (Car is holding coolant now and has been test driven 10 kms on highway speeds. temperature stabalizes at 90 degrees and doesn't rise (with the exception of the overheat.
Answer
Replied on February 19, 2013
Thermostats can stick intermittently... change it.
Water pump impellers can let loose intermittently... when was the last time the water pump was replaced?
What engine?
Thomas