1995 Acura Integra Engine overheat

1995 ACURA INTEGRA
240,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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My engine overheating, so i took it to the shop, they told me that my radiator is leaking, that I need a brand new one. I got a new radiator put in,but the car still overheating, usually when i slow down, the mechanic said that I need to buy a new engine,but the engine sound good when I start the car. So I dont think the mechanic know what's up with the car. So please help me with diagnosis.
Oct 17, 2008 at 5:36 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Try replacing the thermostat-not it do the following below:

Have it block and pressure tested-do the block first to pinpoint a combustion leaking into the cooling system or a gas analyzer to sniff for hydrocarbons at the radiator fill neck.

Pressure test: do not do a pressure test if there's leakage at the headgasket this might cause coolant into the cylinders and lock it up or bend a connecting rod if cranked thereafter. The headgasket should be repaired before doing the pressure test.

If the block and pressure test passes check the following: ,Pressure test the Rad. cap,Clogged radiator,air lock in the cooling system ,Fan clutch,Radiator electrical fan,collaspe hoses,water pump.
Oct 17, 2008 at 5:47 PM
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