we replaced the thermostat but it still overheats.
Jul 24, 2019 at 6:54 PM
Overheats
1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Does it overheat when you are at highway speeds or does it seem to only happen when you are in stop and go traffic? Have you noticed if the cooling fans are turning on when the engine is hot? Also, are there any coolant leaks and have you flushed the radiator to make sure it is clear?
Here are a few links you may find of interest. Let me know the specifics and if there is something that seems to make it happen.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-an-electric-cooling-fan-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-electric-fan-motor
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars
Let me know if any of that helps or if you have other questions.
Take care,
Joe
Does it overheat when you are at highway speeds or does it seem to only happen when you are in stop and go traffic? Have you noticed if the cooling fans are turning on when the engine is hot? Also, are there any coolant leaks and have you flushed the radiator to make sure it is clear?
Here are a few links you may find of interest. Let me know the specifics and if there is something that seems to make it happen.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-an-electric-cooling-fan-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-electric-fan-motor
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars
Let me know if any of that helps or if you have other questions.
Take care,
Joe
Jul 25, 2019 at 7:07 PM
we replaced the coolant sensor gauge. now it doesn't overheat.
Jul 31, 2019 at 3:09 PM
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
- ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
- 110,194 POSTS
Welcome back:
Do you replace the gauge itself or the sensor?
Joe
Do you replace the gauge itself or the sensor?
Joe
Jul 31, 2019 at 6:14 PM
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