Engine that is overheating?

Tiny
300OVERHEAT
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  • 2010 CHRYSLER 300
  • 3.5L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 85,000 MILES
I have the car listed above engine that is overheating. I have pressure tested and confirmed there is no loss of coolant. I have removed the thermostat and bench tested to verify it is operating normally. I removed both hoses from the radiator and completely flushed it with a garden hose to verify the radiator has no debris and water is flowing through it. I did a combustion leak test and there is no change in color of the fluid. I also replaced the timing belt and water pump as the belt seemed stretched slightly and I suspected it was not turning the water pump. I verified both fans are operating on both high and low settings. While the vehicle is overheating, I can turn the heater on, and it will lower the temperature to normal operating temperature. I’m kind of stumped at this time as I have completely ran through the cooling system and not seeing anything out of the ordinary. I would like to note I’ve burped all the air out of the system as well.
Sunday, August 6th, 2023 AT 6:12 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like you covered all the bases. The only thing I can tell you is that the block tester (chemical) is about 75 percent accurate. Also, do you have blockage externally on the radiator like a plastic bag stuck between the radiator and condenser? Please go over this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Can I ask if the engine loses coolant? Are the fan blades damaged?
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Monday, August 7th, 2023 AT 1:21 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Anything?
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Monday, May 6th, 2024 AT 12:35 PM

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