Engine Overheating When Idle

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DEVON RAY
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I have recently gotten a radiator flush for my car, but my car still is overheating when it is idle. I was wondering what I should do.
Aug 16, 2019 at 6:55 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Does the cooling fan work at idle when it gets hot? If it does not, it will overheat.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-an-electric-cooling-fan-works

Roy
Aug 16, 2019 at 7:30 AM
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DEVON RAY
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I am not sure. What would I have to do to see if it works?
Aug 16, 2019 at 8:10 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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You would hear the fan come on when it gets hot. It will make noise when it starts working.

Roy
Aug 16, 2019 at 8:22 AM
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