Van keeps overheating?

Tiny
DANKERBY
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  • 1990 FORD E-SERIES VAN
  • 5.8L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 89,801 MILES
My van keeps overheating. I can safely drive a couple of miles, or few exits on the freeway before I need to pull it over and cool down. I'm really unclear about the routing of hoses, and exactly where they hook up. Can you please help me with this issue? Thanks, Dan Kerby
Thursday, July 21st, 2022 AT 2:44 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

An engine can overheat due to a number of reasons.
It could be as simple as being low on coolant. Also, can be due to a stuck closed thermostat, bad water pump, bad cooling fan or clutch, faulty radiator etc.

Take a look at this helpful guide. It goes over the basics and what to look for when overheating is an issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Let me know what you find or if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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Friday, July 22nd, 2022 AT 2:41 PM

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