1991 Mercedes Benz 300e overheating

Tiny
KEOKI5150
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  • 1991 MERCEDES BENZ 300E
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 186,259 MILES
How do I check/test the water pump
Monday, June 28th, 2010 AT 3:43 PM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Fill the radiator up-start the car and look inside the opening is coolant squirling around if so keep it running and pinch of the upper radiator hose for a few secs and then let go did the coolant flow increase if so the water pump is doing its job
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Monday, June 28th, 2010 AT 4:14 PM
Tiny
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The radiator has no cap there is a seperate resivoir to fill with water thanks anyway guys
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Tuesday, June 29th, 2010 AT 2:48 PM
Tiny
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HE MEANT THE RESERVIOR OPENING WHERE THE CAP IS LOCATED. SAME TEST SHOULD PRODUCE THE SAME RESULTS.
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Monday, July 12th, 2010 AT 6:56 AM

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