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1.) WITH THE ENGINE OFF! and the ENGINE COLD! -take the radiator cap off and see if you can see water (or coolant) inside. If not, add enough water or coolant until it you can see it. Put the cap back on securely.
2.) WITH THE ENGINE OFF! and the ENGINE COLD!-Check to see if the belt that runs over the pulley that turns the fan behind the radiator is tight. It should push in about an inch by just pushing it with your finger. If not, tighten it or have a mechanic do it for you.
3.) WITH THE ENGINE OFF!-Check to make sure you have enough engine oil in the engine.
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Why does a car engine need a radiator?
To keep the car engine from over heating
Why does my car keep losing water and over heating?
if it is losing it thru the overflow pipe you need a new radiator cap
Where is thermostat located at in a 1990 Acura Legend?
thermostat help fan come on when the car is runnning, keep the engine from over heating
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A/C and heating unit
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your car is over heating
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Just because there is a leak doesn't mean it will overheat instantly, but if you do not keep adding coolant or fix the leak you will have engine problem
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If your car is over heating you may want to check your thermostat and replace it may solve your over heating problems
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Low car coolant?
Can result in freezing in the winter and over-heating in the summer.
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