Car is overheating

Tiny
EARL VANCOBB
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  • 1999 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
  • 4.6L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 172,000 MILES
Mechanic says he bled radiator and replaced coolant a week later car is overheating quickly after a short time driving. There is no fluid in reservoir.
Sunday, November 18th, 2018 AT 7:52 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning.

You have a leak in the cooling system and it needs to be checked immediately before engine damage occurs.

You can rent a tester at a parts store for this. once you determine the the leak, let us know so we can further help you.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/radiator-pressure-test

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-is-leaking-coolant
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Sunday, November 18th, 2018 AT 8:09 AM

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