1996 Cadillac Concours ENGINE OVERHEATING

Tiny
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Engine Cooling problem
1996 Cadillac Concours V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 54K miles

THE ENGINE OVERHEATING DISPLAYS ON DASH AND WARNS TO SHUT OFF ENGINE FOR PROTECTION.
IT HAS OIL AND ANTI-FREEZE, WHAT SHOULD I CHECK TO BE WRONG NEXT?
Friday, March 7th, 2008 AT 2:16 PM

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Tiny
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For a start you can find the thermostat and replace it then come on back if it continues-
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Friday, March 7th, 2008 AT 2:26 PM
Tiny
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DESCOVERED IT WAS THE WATER PUMP BELT BROKEN. HOW DO I REPLACE IT? DO THE WATER PUMP OR PULLIES HAVE TO COME OFF?
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Friday, March 7th, 2008 AT 10:56 PM
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Saturday, March 8th, 2008 AT 10:02 AM
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See below


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_water_pump_5.jpg




https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_water_pump_devile_1.jpg

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Saturday, March 8th, 2008 AT 2:24 PM
Tiny
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The belt only requires a 13 mm wrench, put it on the pully bolt may have to take off the black protector bracket, but ck the water pump and see if it is seazed up
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Monday, March 10th, 2008 AT 12:56 PM

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