2005 Chevy Impala overheating

2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA
90,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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IDABONNER
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i have a 2005 chevy impala it just started overheating i add water and it has antifreeze it still overheats
Oct 28, 2008 at 5:16 PM
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RENAUDTN
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Have you checked it for leaks?
Make sure your thermostat opens at normal operating temp (when engine at normal operating temp/starts overheating, is the upper hose hot? if not replace your thermostat).

other possible problems include:
-clogged radiator (if you have an infrared thermometer, you can check for clogged spots inside your radiator)
-weak water pump
-internal engine leak
-cooling fans don't come on (when car starts overheating, do the fans come on?)
-loose serpentine belt (is your belt tensioner OK)
-bad hose

Also, if you have a scanner that reads sensors inputs and a thermometer, compare the temp your sensor reads and the actual temp you get with the thermometer at the thermostat housing; if about the same your sensor is okay. If they are not the same, your coolant sensor is no good.
Jan 31, 2019 at 6:41 PM
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0MIZZI
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i got a 05 impala it get hot.. i replaced the radiator almost a year ago it ran fin then i stopped drivin it then drove it a again and it started to get hot i bleed it already too.. what are they talkin about the heater core where would that be located at?thermastat brand new too.. and how can i check if the water pump is workin properly?
Jan 31, 2019 at 6:41 PM
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