radiator top tank complete crack

2000 HYUNDAI SONATA
270,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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suddenly i found big noise and steam out of engine. i stopped car and air conditioner, i check car and i found radiator top tank completely crack. second day i remove radiator.
why this happen? gauge not showing over heating it is normal. Can i remove thermostat? for ever my country Saudi Arabian the weather is very hot.
where is the location of water pump?
thank you.
Sep 23, 2016 at 12:43 AM
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No, you do not want to remove a thermostat. The engine needs to maintain a specific temperatures or it will cause other issues.
Sep 23, 2016 at 4:56 AM