Car overheating

2005 HYUNDAI SONATA
100,000 MILES • 2.4L • V6
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KENDRA MITCHELL
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My car starts to overheat while idling and when A/C is on.
Jun 1, 2017 at 12:38 AM
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CARADIODOC
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If the engine never overheats when you are driving at highway speed, the radiator fan is the best suspect. Check if that is turning on and running when the engine gets hot.
Jun 1, 2017 at 1:16 AM
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