coolant system

2000 MITSUBISHI GALANT
170,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KDVSMM
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I just changed my water pump and timing belt, replaced thermostat and upper hose and my car still runs hot. Looking for any solutions to this problem."
Aug 11, 2011 at 8:14 PM
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DANLESABRE
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Does it run hot when at idle at all? Or only while driving?
Aug 11, 2011 at 8:56 PM
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KHLOW2008
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When engine is cold, recheck the coolant levelin radiator. Any air in system would cause a higher temperature reading.

Are the cooling fans working?
Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 AM
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