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Why is car overheating?

Tiny
FRANKT
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  • 1990 SUBARU LEGACY
  • 104,000 MILES
The water pump was replaced 6-8 months ago. Problem reoccured. Replaced radiator, hoses and thermostat. Drove about 30 miles city and hiway-no problem. Next day drove another 30 miles and overheated again.
Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:04 PM

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Tiny
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You should also make sure the fan is turning on it is important. When the temp is about half you should check if its on
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:21 PM
Tiny
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Make sure cooling fan is coming on. Check for issues with timing and head gaskets.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 5:25 PM
Tiny
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The fans do come on normally. I didn't consider a timing issue since the engine runs very well. I don't see any evidence of coolant in the oil or external leakage.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 6:52 PM
Tiny
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Check to see if any of the radiator hoses are collapsing.
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Thursday, February 16th, 2012 AT 8:14 PM

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