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What causes car to overheat and stall but radiator cap is not hot?
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Would a radiator cap cause a car to overheat?
to add to this, a big YES,on the radiator cap .the radiator cap needs to be specific pressure rating. radiator caps do wear out. also the cheapest fix to start It is doubtful a radiator cap would cause a car to overheat. Common overheating causes are insufficient coolant, leaking coolant (into or out of your engine), faulty thermostat, blown cooling fan fuse, faulty fan temperature switch ( sender ), faulty fan, or a faulty fan relay.
What is the Cause of radiator cap breaking?
The spring on the bottom of a radiator cap will cause it to fail. If the spring does not work properly it can lead to pressure escaping from the radiator which can overheat the vehicle.
Why does 1999 intrigue overheat?
Bad thermostat, cap and radiator is a common cause.
Can radiator cap cause overheat?
Yes, if it is not holding pressure or is allowing a coolant leak.
Can you drive a car without a radiator cap?
Not for very long, the coolant will splash out to a point where it will overheat.
What causes a mist coming from the radiator cap when the engine is shut off?
Consider replacing your radiator cap . .
What causes a 1997 Dodge Caravan to overheat when idling for more than 10 minutes?
BAd radiator cap, low coolant or (leaking), Bad thermostat, cooling fans not turning on.
What causes a 1995 Honda Accord LX to overheat?
Bad Head gasket? Low coolant? Clogged radiator? Bad thermostat? System airbound? Defective radiator cap? Collapsing radiator hoses? Cooling fan not working? Water pump not circulating coolant?
How do you take a radiator cap of a 2000 Oldsmobile silhoutte?
Do not take a radiator cap off. Fill from the overflow tank or you will add air to the cooling system and it will have to be bled off or your engine will overheat.
Bad radiator cap?
A bad radiator cap needs to be replaced as soon as possible. Fluid can leak out causing the car to overheat. Constant overheating can lead to expensive repairs. The average radiator cap costs less than $10.00, so it's worth the investment.
Why does my Chevy Venture overheat when idling but is fine when driving?
Check coolant level Cooling fan working? Dirt or clogged radiator? Defective radiator cap?
What causes Toyota MR2 to overheat only when stopped in stop and go traffic?
One or all of these not working properly; bad radiator cap, low coolant, bad thermostat, clog radiator, clog heater core, fan not coming on due to bad relay.
