2000 Honda Civic

HONDABOI

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2000 HONDA CIVIC
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
15,000 MILES

I have a 2000 honda civic 4cyl. The car overheats when sitting in traffic, despite changing the water pump, radiator, and thermostat. When the care overheats I have to turn on the heater so it will not totally over heat. The radiator has the correct amount and mixture of antifreeze. What could be causing this problem? It would really be great if I could get some help. Thanks

Saturday, December 22nd, 2007 AT 2:29 AM

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MHPAUTOS

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Hi there,

Is the cooling fan coming on, when the temp rises the fan should come on automatically. Check if it is and report back.

Mark (mhpautos)

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Saturday, December 22nd, 2007 AT 3:22 AM

HONDABOI

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The kfan does indeed turn on when the temp. Rises. What other possible solutions could there be? Can someone please help me out.

Thank you

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Monday, December 24th, 2007 AT 6:39 PM

MHPAUTOS

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If all the items you listed are working as they should, you really have only three more options.

1. A/C condenser fins blocked restricting air flow,
2. Failed water pump, (no circulation)
3. Head gasket problem, Any coolant loss?

Mark (mhpautos)

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Tuesday, December 25th, 2007 AT 2:34 AM