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It might be clogged, thus not allowing enough flow
It means that the excess coolant is going where it is supposed to. The coolant expands when hot and goes to the over flow reservoir.
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What causes a radiator to boil over in a minute?
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Yes You bet! it is probably the source of your problem.
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What would happen if i don't top up with coolant?
You'd have no heat or air and radiator would boil over causing vehicle damage.
