Engine running hot and loses fluid

2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EVAN WHITE
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Engine and vehicle continues to run hot. have replaced the radiator, have replaced hoses and also I have replaced the thermostat and the vehicle continues to run hot and continue to lose fluid.
Oct 31, 2020 at 12:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Can you tell me where you see the fluid loss coming from? Also, is there any white smoke from the exhaust when the engine is running?

Do me a favor. Take a look through this link. It describes how to check for a head gasket issue, which can cause overheating. I need you to check for the symptoms mentioned.

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

Also, here is a link that explains how to repair a coolant leak. It explains how to locate one.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-is-leaking-coolant

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
Oct 31, 2020 at 7:43 PM
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