hi my car started to overheat i changed the water pump theromtstat and judt got the head gasket done and radiator cap, could it be i need a radiator?

Asked by mssouthernbell Nov 28, 2014 at 07:59 PM about the 2004 Dodge Stratus SE Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

migration_Potter56 answered 9 years ago

Check for leaks first but your radiator may be bad all so check your fuses.

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mssouthernbell answered 9 years ago

Thank you that's what my mechanic said but just wanted a second opinion. By the way what size should be my radiator cap be?

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