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2001 Volkswagen Jetta Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Water pump, Coolant overflow tube.
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.
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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

Tiny Answered by exovcds
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