sluggish

2008 PEUGEOT 308
78,000 MILES
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KAREN DUNKLEY
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Car running sluggish and fan seems to work when it wants to so car overheating no warning lights are on.
Jul 18, 2016 at 2:49 PM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Check the fan relay, the engine temperature sensor, and the thermostat. With the engine cool, open the cooling system fill and see if there is coolant flow. Also check the color and texture of the coolant for the presence of rust.
Jul 26, 2016 at 10:19 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Also check the grounds for the fan and relay.
Jul 26, 2016 at 10:19 AM