engine overhearting

2000 CADILLAC ELDORADO
140,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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EDWARDSM6
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Engine is overheating nothing coming out of tailpipe. Not using any water just gets hot. Whay could this be?
Feb 19, 2011 at 12:31 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Try replacing the thermostat and see what happens-
Feb 19, 2011 at 1:00 AM
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EDWARDSM6
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Thermostat is good!
Feb 19, 2011 at 1:55 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the radiator if its clogged, water pump circulating coolant and also might want to bleed the cooling system could be airlock-
Feb 19, 2011 at 2:01 AM
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