Engine runs hot

Tiny
BUMITE
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  • 1997 HONDA ACCORD
  • 350,000 MILES
The temperature of my 97 Honda accord rise when A/C is on & stabilize when A/C is off. It does this intermitently
Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 5:14 PM

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Tiny
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With the ac on it puts more of a load on the engine so yes the temp would go up. Does the ac fan come on with the ac on?
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Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 5:19 PM
Tiny
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Yes, the A/C fan does come on
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Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 5:39 PM
Tiny
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Have you checked the radiator and ac condensor fins for debris like sand animal fur bags etc?Are both the upper and lower radaitor hoses getting really hot?
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Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 5:44 PM

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