1996 Ford Windstar engine run hot

1996 FORD WINDSTAR
251,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ALEJOROZS
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Driving in winter is OK. Over heat in hot days, specially if I have to drive slow, the temp goes up until the car stall (happens one's). The fans are both working, I check them out many times. I flushed the Rad and change the thermostat. I am managing to control the engine temperature, turning the internal heater at max. As you see, I am cooking my self inside this oven with wheels. thanks.
May 4, 2010 at 3:42 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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When the radiator was flushed, was it professionally done or done at home? It sounds like there is a lack of flow through the radiator because you can control the engine temp with the heater. I would have that rechecked. Also, have the engine block flushed.
May 12, 2010 at 10:42 AM
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