1995 Mazda 626 Plussged Radiator?

1995 MAZDA 626
170,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JEFF HOLLINSHEAD
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I have a Mazda that won't idle good, and acts like the radiator is plugged. I removed the thermostat, but it still boils water out the top of the radiator. It will run, just not good. If I put the radiator cap back on it, it will stall under a lot of pressure. Is ita plugged radiator?
Apr 22, 2008 at 1:56 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

I would be testing for a head gasket problem, a blocked radiator will cause over heating but not affect the idle of the engine, check for a head problem first.

mark (mhpautos)
Apr 23, 2008 at 7:18 AM
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