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What could be causing a 1996 Pontiac Grand Am to keep overheating if the only way you have been able to stop it is to remove the thermostat?
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Any coolant in the motor oil (the oil will appear milky on your dipstick when engine is at operating temps). If not, thouroghly inspect hoses and radiator for pinhole leaks. Lack of proper pressure in cooling system may cause over heating. Also makew sure that your fan is operating properly.
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