Running hot occasionally

Tiny
WESMABRY
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  • 2004 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
  • 4.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 258,000 MILES
I have had the thermostat replaced, but it still runs a little hotter than I have hoped. It was diagnosed with leaking head gasket, but it has not shown those signs in a long time. I have been reading up about the fan clutch so I am debating on making that repair this weekend.

I have had the radiator pressure tested as well as the water pump checked and the body shop said those looked good. I am debating on selling my car because of mileage.
Wednesday, May 29th, 2019 AT 12:49 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It does sound like a head gasket but to be sure lets run this test to confirm the problem.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Thursday, May 30th, 2019 AT 2:07 PM

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