engine running hot while idling

2005 DODGE STRATUS
74,000 MILES
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JUDY R
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we have put thermostat, temperature control sensor on it cleaned radiator and still runs hot when idling what can i do?
Oct 8, 2011 at 10:44 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Did you get the radiator professionally cleaned? as if only back flushed with a hose this will not clear blocked core tubes, you will still have circulation but often at a much reduced rate, i would look at this.
Oct 8, 2011 at 10:50 PM
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