how would no lid on the coolant reservoir effect the car?

2002 HONDA CIVIC
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JOSEFAS32
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i have an 02 honda civic ex that is overheating. i was wondering if not having the lid to the coolant reservoir would effect that at all?
Jul 23, 2012 at 11:36 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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no, it is just a reserve tank with no pressure. what is your issue??

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Jul 24, 2012 at 12:00 AM
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RASMATAZ
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When the pressure builds up the coolant is gonna come out of the reservoir due to its not sealed -start by checking the thermostat
Jul 24, 2012 at 12:00 AM
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JOSEFAS32
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we've changed the thermostat and radiator. the car just over heats fast
Jul 24, 2012 at 12:04 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Try bleeding the cooling system if it continues block and pressure test it-
Jul 24, 2012 at 9:07 AM
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