I have replaced the hoses, thermostat, fuse. It is still running hot.
Jun 25, 2008 at 9:02 AM
2002 Chevy Cavalier Running Hot
JUDYCORLEY
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Could be the water pump
One way to test for a bad water pump is to squeeze the upper radiator hose when the engine is hot and idling. Careful, because the hose will be HOT! If you do not feel much coolant circulating through the hose when you rev the engine, the pump may be bad. The other cause might be a clogged radiator.
Try bleeding it-don't work get it block and pressure tested
One way to test for a bad water pump is to squeeze the upper radiator hose when the engine is hot and idling. Careful, because the hose will be HOT! If you do not feel much coolant circulating through the hose when you rev the engine, the pump may be bad. The other cause might be a clogged radiator.
Try bleeding it-don't work get it block and pressure tested
Jun 25, 2008 at 9:16 AM
Replaced the water pump about 2 months ago? Could the type of antifreeze cause the problem?
Jun 25, 2008 at 9:40 AM
Its suppose to use DEXCOOL type antifreeze not the green stuff
Jun 25, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Thanks....will try that.
Jun 25, 2008 at 10:09 AM
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