over heating

2000 NISSAN MAXIMA
160,000 MILES
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ADI1991
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hi
i have nissan maxima 2000 3.0l,

before few days i changed it's water pump after that i am facing problem of overheating.
every time i found empty coolant reserve tank after running around 20 kms.

engine is clean without any traces of water in it.
May 25, 2013 at 3:25 AM
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HMAC300
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have system pressure checked for leaks like ahead gasket
May 25, 2013 at 5:56 AM
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ADI1991
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How to check the system pressure
Any tool needed
May 25, 2013 at 6:02 AM
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HMAC300
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yes a special tool is needed but better to have amechanic do it as they have experience in what to look for . you dont'
May 25, 2013 at 6:04 AM
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ADI1991
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But sir here in saudi arabia 97% of mechanics dont know anything
So its easy for me if you can tell me how it will be done
May 25, 2013 at 6:08 AM
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HMAC300
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you need a coolant pressure tester for your car then you pum p it up to about 20lbs on gauge and see if it goes down. if there is a leak you can look at allhoses, connections etc. ifyou see no leakage it is either a head or intake gasket leaking internally.
May 25, 2013 at 10:17 AM
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