Engine overheating

Tiny
NIGHTA08
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  • 2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 6 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 145,000 MILES
I replaced thermostat and radiator hose and car still over heating. No smoke just a hissing sound and I can see antifreeze under the hood on other parts. The reserve bottle has antifreeze, but the radiator is empty. What could be wrong?
Thursday, June 22nd, 2017 AT 5:36 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Is sounds like you may have a blown head gasket but to confirm you should do a test.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

and

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

Please run some tests and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Cheers, Ken

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Thursday, January 31st, 2019 AT 6:38 PM

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