2000 Continental overheats but only after driving 15 minutes can idle all day long at normal temp

Tiny
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  • 2000 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
  • 165,000 MILES
Will boil coolant out of reservoir within 15-20 minuets of driving
Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 2:31 AM

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Tiny
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Even when at idle the amount of heat generated when an engine is higher in the RPMs and under load is a huge difference. When you get a chance after it has reached operating temperature, grab the upper radiator hose and see if it has pressure and is resistant to be pinched cloed with a slight grip. . When engine is cool check level. You might try getting a new radiator cap if you have a temperature gauge and it does not indicate an aoverheating situation.

I am giving you a walk through diagnostic that will cover all the bases and go into better detail and walk you through tests and symptoms.

Here is the link;

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot
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Friday, January 6th, 2012 AT 2:44 AM

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