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2001 Lexus IS 300 Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Cooling fan, Engine.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on July 13, 2009

Overheating

Engine Cooling problem
2001 Lexus IS 300 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 135000 miles

My car is overheating after i already replaced the rad cap. i have no idea what else it could be. it dose have water in it. do i need anti-freeze? or no. the water also get spit out of the rad.
Avatar Asked by yeller

Answer

Replied on July 13, 2009

Hi there,

Replace the thermostat and check that the cooling fans are working, also it is a good idea to have the radiator cleaned & flow tested by a radiator repairer.

mark (mhpautos)

Tiny Answered by mhpautos (expert)
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