Close to overheating after small repair

2005 DODGE NEON
141,650 MILES • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ARWRIGHT
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I had the camshaft sensor replaced and now my car runs hotter than normal. It seems to get hotter as I stop at red lights or stop signs. I've added coolant recently and intend to burp the system tonight. I know it could be several things, but have no clue what to search for next if burping doesn't work.
Apr 29, 2021 at 5:03 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

There is no connection between the sensor replacement and the heating up.

It sounds like the cooling fans are not working. That would make it run hot at idle but cool down when moving

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-an-electric-cooling-fan-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-electric-fan-motor

I attached a diagram for you to view.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Roy
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May 21, 2021 at 3:45 PM
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