1996 Geo Prism over heating

Tiny
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  • 1996 GEO PRIZM
  • 4 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 130,000 MILES
1996 Geo Prism mileage: 130,000. My car seems to be overheating a lot. I think the fan is damaged because this doesn't seem to be coming on as well and I think that this might be the reason. First question: Could this also be the thermostat? Second question: Is this expensive to repair? Third question: How long should I allow this work to be completed? One day? Fourth question: Could this be expensive?

Thursday, January 13th, 2011 AT 1:18 AM

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Tiny
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The thermostat does not control the fan. There is a temperature sensor and relay that control it. Also, check the fan motor, it may have failed. All this should be able to be done in one day. The cost will vary depending on what is replaced.
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