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Overheating

Tiny
WILLARM
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  • 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
  • 240 MILES
Driving this morning on the interstate car was overheating and then cut off on me.
Friday, April 28th, 2017 AT 5:52 AM

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Tiny
HMAC300
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It may have cut off because of the overheat, check coolant level then have it pressure checked for internal leaks like a head gasket. then check fuel pressure as well as low fuel pressure will cause the cutting off . auto parts has a pressure checker and fuel gauge see link for fuel pump.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
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Friday, April 28th, 2017 AT 6:43 AM
Tiny
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It has been cooling off now for about two hours would it be okay to try to start it up and see if it is making any noises or if I can add coolant myself.
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Friday, April 28th, 2017 AT 6:49 AM
Tiny
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Feel the top of radiator with hand if you can two hours should be sufficient but add coolant prior to starting if it will. If it still feels hot to touch then wait a bit before opening radiator cap.
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Friday, April 28th, 2017 AT 8:08 AM

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