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Honda Civic Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Distributor, Distributor cap.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on April 6, 2007

Overheating

I have a 98' Honda Civic EX, 1.5 engine, 173k miles. I replaced thermostat, hoses, radiator & distributor caps, & new radiator. Still overheating, bubbling out of reservoir & smoking. HELP!!
Avatar Asked by ed86

Answer

Replied on April 7, 2007

Make sure your relays and fuses feeding power to the fan(s) are in good working order. Swap out questionable relays for known good ones. Replace temp switch/sensor with a known good one. Ensure water pump is in good working condition.

Tiny Answered by jough626
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Replied on April 8, 2007



Pressure test the Cap- Fan coming On or what?

Check the oil dipstick-is it milkshake looking or oil in the coolant. Lets not think! headgasket yet!!!!

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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