Overheating

Tiny
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  • 1998 PONTIAC TRANSPORT
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 174 MILES
I have replaced all intake gaskets, manifold gaskets, battery, starter, fuel filter, the extra sensor, and now it is running hot! Which when I got it out of the shop it was running between 100 and 210. Whati s the issue?
Sunday, November 5th, 2017 AT 6:09 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It sounds like you may have a blown head gasket or a stuck thermostat.

Here are three guides to help you confirm the problem so you can get it fixed:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-thermostat

and

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

Here is a general guide on overheating that can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-overheating-or-running-hot

Please run this test and get back to us.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, November 6th, 2017 AT 2:43 PM

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