Overheats in warm temperature with A/C on

2003 FORD E-SERIES VAN
239,000 MILES • 5.4L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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HAGSTER64
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Overheats in warm temperature with A/C on at idle (225) and in slow traffic (210-220). Possible fan clutch?
Jun 8, 2019 at 6:09 PM
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JIS001
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Those numbers actually look normal? Is the the temperature gauge actually going to the red hot?
Jun 8, 2019 at 10:34 PM
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HAGSTER64
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No, but shouldn't the fan turn on to bring temperature down?
Jun 9, 2019 at 5:26 AM
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JIS001
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Not necessarily. The fan will not cause the vehicle to run below 200 degrees. That temp is ideal for optimal performance and emissions control. If there is an issue the temp gauge will climb up to the hot mark and cause drive-ability issues.
Jun 9, 2019 at 9:50 PM
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HAGSTER64
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It was the fan clutch.replaced it and all is well. Thanks for the response.
Jun 9, 2019 at 9:52 PM
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