2003 Subaru Legacy overheating

Tiny
VELLINGA
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  • 2003 SUBARU LEGACY
  • 4 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 38,000 MILES
I have a 2.5 engine that overheats when going down the roadok when idling. Also heater works for a while then goes cold. Replaced thermostat, radiator cap, drained and refilled 60/40 with Prestone. I do not see any discoloration in the radiator or the engine oil on the dipstick.
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 AT 8:59 PM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

You may have a part blocked radiator, I would get it cleaned (not just a back flush) start here.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010 AT 10:28 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the idea on cleaning the radiator.
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 AT 6:33 PM

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