Overheating but not at idle
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Overheating but not at idle
98' Disco overheats only while driving and returns to normal temps while stopped or at idle. New stat.. Pumps good and no leaks. 218k miles. Is this a sign of plugged radiator or air in system? If plugged radiator will a pro flush help?
Last edited by keyesjosh; 06-04-2019 at 01:32 AM.
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My experience was that typical fan clutch "spin test" was not conclusive. For $30 just replace it.
Some have wired A/C fans to turn on manually. Should be some threads about that here.
While shopping, a $12 IR temp gun is a handy tool to help diagnose temp issues as it helps pinpoint hot spots and cooler spots.
Some have wired A/C fans to turn on manually. Should be some threads about that here.
While shopping, a $12 IR temp gun is a handy tool to help diagnose temp issues as it helps pinpoint hot spots and cooler spots.
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A new fan clutch is cheaper than a re-cored or new radiator.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C3F31G...v_ov_lig_dp_it
In the end, I did both.
At 218k I would very much expect both to need attention.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C3F31G...v_ov_lig_dp_it
In the end, I did both.
At 218k I would very much expect both to need attention.
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