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Overheating Problem Replaced water pump, upper and lower thermostat housing and thermostat

Tiny
MIKE ROMAN
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  • 2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
Replaced water pump, upper and lower thermostat housing and thermostat, ect sensor, all fluids, and the coolant boils and leaks out of the overflow and then overheats. What should I do to fix this problem.
Tuesday, June 29th, 2021 AT 2:20 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If everything is new, the radiator is in good condition, the cooling fans are running, and it still overheats, it could be a bad head gasket.

Try this for me and let me know the results. When the engine is cold, remove the radiator cap and start the engine. Does coolant shoot out of the radiator?

Also, take a look through this link and let me know if you can perform the checks indicated:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/head-gasket-blown-test

Let me know. Also, let me know how long it takes for it to overheat, does it only happen in stop-and-go traffic, or does it happen at highway speeds as well?

Take care,

Joe
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Thursday, July 1st, 2021 AT 1:30 PM
Tiny
MIKE ROMAN
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Thank you for the help. I will be doing the checks tomorrow and I will let you know.
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Tiny
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You are very welcome, Mike. Let me know what you find. Don't worry, we'll figure it out.

Take care,

Joe
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