Your thermostat is probably stuck closed you can pick one up at any parts store for about $12
No, if anything it would get cooler from having too much. -You have a different problem, possibly a coolant leak.
I'm having to guess it's the low coolant light? Possible coolant switch in the overflow bottle is dirty or defective., Is it low on coolant? Possible wiring issue to sensor.
Having a leak in a radiator hose will have no effect on the engine running or not. However, in time the hose leak will cause the level of the coolant in the radiator to drop below a critical level and the engine will overheat.
The engine will run hot. This could lead to a blown head gasket. It may even build pressure and cause damage to the radiator and or hoses.
These cars always overheat. Have been known to have leaky head gas
You can drive it a little but make sure there is plenty of coolant. Don't let it overheat, not even a little. If it's leaking too fast, you might end up having trouble if you drive it, but you should be able to put in some coolant and drive it to a shop.
im having the same problem with my 1994 I've replaced the heater core,thermostat,radiator,i checked the coolant, and it's not over heating or nothing and still no heat lol
Not the day you change over to water, in fact it should cool slightly better.BUTNot having the corrosion protection included in Antifreeze will cause the system to be damaged and overheat very soon.
I'm having a hard time finding the bleeder screw for my clutch on a 96 Chevy Cavalier 2.2? Can you help?
I have a '96 Cavalier and I'm having horn issues. Mine was located behind the front bumper on the passenger side. It is almost in the bumber itself.
Coolant reservoir, or directly in the radiator. If you are having to add much coolant, you need to find out why. Serious engine damage can occur if it is leaking inside the engine.
I needed a battery when I was having the same problem.