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Old 10-04-2017, 12:11 AM
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My car overheats within 5 minutes of driving. the temp stays at normal for a few minutes, then it quickly overheats.
What I have done.
Changed the radiator.
Changed the water pump.
Changed the thermostate.
Changed the fan clutch.
New Coolant.
Bleed the system a million different ways, took out bleeder screw, raised reservoir tank, used a hose and poured coolant in through the bleeder....Needless to say, I made sure there was no air in the system.

I have no idea what else to do.
Any help would be super appreciated.
 
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Old 10-04-2017, 08:48 AM
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Pressure test the cooling system and do a combustion gas test on the cooling system.

you might have a blown head gasket.

also, post in the discovery 2 section, you will get more help.
 
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Also please define what you are referring to as overheating - my 04 went to 215.6 once and a while.

That is hot but not overheating - if you are going to the red in the gauge after all of that your best bet is as abran suggests.

Also rad cap - the one on the expansion bottle you need pressure if it is not holding you will have problems.
 
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Old 10-04-2017, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard Gallant
Also please define what you are referring to as overheating -
Cap good idea and do the recommended tests.

Going by dash gauge/light or do you have a OBD II reader to check for more accurate temp measurement?

Have you checked intake manifold at temp sensor with a IR temp gauge/gun to verify sensor reading correctly.

Did you remove block drain plugs and flush engine well when other work done?
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Old 10-07-2017, 06:42 PM
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Yes, first thing you should do is verify actual temperature...with a independent mechanical gauge or IR gun. Does the engine smell extremely hot and are you loosing coolant when it "overheats"? You could have a bad sender or gauge, if it doesn't smell "hot" and you aren't loosing coolant.

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