Overheating problem

2001 LAND ROVER
75,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVE H
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After a few miles of driving, my car overheats, then after cools itself after another mile or so. This usually only happens once, but it now happens every time I use my car. What are things that I can do myself to fix this problem?
Nov 27, 2009 at 9:38 AM
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DAVE H
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check coolant level is correct .. replace thermostat and flush system .. have a compression test carried out !
Nov 27, 2009 at 9:38 AM
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