1996 Audi A4 oil temp overheating

1996 AUDI A4
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JUNIOR67
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1996 Audi A4 Manual 100000 miles

i have an audi a4 96 1.8. my engine was over heating so i filled with coolant/water and all was well but now the oil temp goes through the roof. its fine when just started in the morning but after 5/10 miles it steadily rises to maximum if i dont stop. both water and oil tanks are pouring out steam. then after i stop for 10 minutes i get about 2 miles before i need to stop again. does anyone know what could be causing this.. any help please
Aug 28, 2010 at 7:05 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

You will have to get the cooling system checked over for faults, thermostat, cooling fans, radiator blocked, pressure cap and coolant leaks will all be a possible cause, also a head check for a blown head gasket or cracked cylinder heads ,start here, this should be do ASAP or serious engine damage can result.

mark (mhpautos)
Aug 28, 2010 at 8:02 PM
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