Overheating

2002 LINCOLN LS
156,000 MILES • 3.9L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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STACYLYNN7
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My vehicle listed above overheating had codes read said thermostat. changed still overheats.No leaks.thinking it is the water pump.
Feb 2, 2020 at 6:10 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

What were the codes? Codes do not identify bad parts, just failed systems.

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

This could be a water pump but needs to be tested to see if there is circulation.

Did you check the cooling fan motor to see if it is working?

Roy
Feb 2, 2020 at 6:45 PM
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