Car is overheating

1999 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
172,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EARL VANCOBB
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Mechanic says he bled radiator and replaced coolant a week later car is overheating quickly after a short time driving. There is no fluid in reservoir.
Nov 18, 2018 at 7:52 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

You have a leak in the cooling system and it needs to be checked immediately before engine damage occurs.

You can rent a tester at a parts store for this. once you determine the the leak, let us know so we can further help you.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/radiator-pressure-test

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-is-leaking-coolant
Nov 18, 2018 at 8:09 AM
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