I replaced the water pump and took out the thermostat but it's still overheating What could it be

1992 NISSAN SENTRA
15,600 MILES
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SUSAN ANGELA
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What should I try now
Feb 10, 2012 at 3:27 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The thermostat should not be removed. In many cases, it causes the coolant too flow too fast. That doesn't allow it to cool off in the radiator.

Make sure the radiator is clean and not needing flushed. make sure there are no restrictions in the exhaust system and the timing is correct.
Feb 10, 2012 at 4:29 AM
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