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2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Repair Question


Topics covered: Blown head gasket, Coolant, Cooling fan.
Mileage: 167,000 miles.

Asked on September 22, 2012

Over heating

I have a 2003 mitsubishi eclipse.. it is overheating. I have put in a new thermostat and there are no leaks under the car or when i open the hood..any suggestions?
Avatar Asked by shielacross

Answer

Replied on September 22, 2012

get a leak down test to confirm the motor does not have a blown head gasket from overheating.

the rad could be clogged as well.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on September 22, 2012

Are the cooling fans working?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on September 22, 2012

yes, the fans are running fine.

Tiny Response from shielacross
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Replied on September 23, 2012

When does the overheating occur?
Are you having coolant losses issues?

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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