Engine running hot

2005 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
125,000 MILES • 4 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JEWELZ169
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Temperature gage registers normal although I can hear something bubbling after a 30 minute or so drive.
Feb 28, 2022 at 9:02 AM
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Hello,

Typically, the gurgling or bubbling noise is due to air trapped in the coolant system.
It can also be due to a leak that is allowing air into the sealed system.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-an-overheating-engine

Have you checked your coolant level? You want to make sure that the coolant is at the correct level and there is no leak.

Take a look at this helpful guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/vehicle-bubbling-noise

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Feb 28, 2022 at 12:33 PM
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