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Causes of engine overheating

Updated: 10/21/2022
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There are multiple causes. Bad thermostat no antifreeze in the radiator blown head gasket leak some where in the cooling system. cracked block warped heads. if you need to know more email me with more info on the car and ill be glad to help

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