Still overheating

Asked by Chuy117 Sep 14, 2018 at 02:06 PM about the 2003 Buick Century Custom Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I replaced the thermostat,water pump,radiator and
temperature sensor. Still overheating what else
could possibly be the problem?

3 Answers

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Their may be air in the system, also check your motor oil level.

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Oil level is good. I also bled the system before attempting to drive around the block. It idle for about 45 minutes, no issue. Half way around the block and begin overheating.

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cooling fan operating normally? at idle it dosent over heat but when u drive it the fan clutch may not allow the fan to keep up with any wind resistance it may be getting from the outside. also check the hoses for blockages.. sounds elementary but replacing all those new parts coudlve jarred some gunk loose

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