car overheating

1998 MITSUBISHI LEGNUM
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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READYRABIT
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sometimes overheats,is using a bit of water,but no leak and its not drawing water from reserve.
Jan 10, 2011 at 2:05 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Have the radiator cap checked and replaced if necessary.

When overheating occurs, check the coolant level after allowing the engine to cool down. If there are insufficient coolant, it could mean a bad cylinder head gasket.

A checmical test for presence of carbon in coolant is available in most parts stores.

Jan 14, 2011 at 2:53 PM
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