1999 Ford Mustang 99 MUSTANG OVER HEATING

1999 FORD MUSTANG
109,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JCAVANZO1
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my mustang begain over heating and i noticed the radiator was leaking so i replaced it drove about 6 miles and there was a loud clicking noise then it began to overheat again and died... radiator is no longer the problem..... when i took the oil cap off smoke came out of there??? help!!!
Sep 12, 2008 at 8:40 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the thermostat could be stuck closed if not it, do 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.
Sep 13, 2008 at 6:47 AM
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