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2004 Hyundai Elantra Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Thermostat, Water pump.
Mileage: 100,350 miles.

Asked on September 17, 2012

Why is my car overheating

I have a 2004 Hyundai Elantra that is overheating. I replaced the thermostat and it did fine on a short 30 mile trip. However on the way home with in 10 minutes it started over heating again. I pulled over, let it cool down because of the steam bath, refilled the radiator with water to make it home. I kept the speed below 50 mph and had no more problems for the rest of the trip. I have 2 fans and only one will kick on when I turn on the ac. I ran a jump wire and it did not come on. Could it be overheating because of only one fan working? I also heard it could be the radiator cap, is this true? Because it only does it at high speeds can it be the water pump
Avatar Asked by rbrown56

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Replied on September 17, 2012

I'm looking for the cheapest fix, unemployed and on a very tight budget.

Tiny Response from rbrown56
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Replied on September 17, 2012

Check the radiator for clogging. Overheating at hig speed is a symptom of inefficient cooling.
Both fans should come on when A/C is turned on.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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