Runs hot

2002 MAZDA B3000
180,000 MILES • 0.6L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KCALOHAN
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The temperature gauge rises when going uphill and returns to normal as soon as I am not climbing. It doesn't lose power or smell hot.
Dec 24, 2015 at 9:17 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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Hello,

It sounds like the radiator is partially plugged are the fan clutch is not working. This guide will help.

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

Please run down this guide and report back
Dec 25, 2015 at 4:36 AM
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NITABOOSKIE
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Thank you for this post I checked it out and had to replace the radiator it was plugged! all fixed I love this site.
Dec 4, 2018 at 1:47 PM
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