Running hot occasionally

2004 TOYOTA 4RUNNER

258,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC

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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.

May 29, 2019 at 12:49 PM

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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.

May 30, 2019 at 2:07 PM