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Why would a 2003 Pontiac grand am overheat when a new thermostat was put in and the fans work?
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∙ 15y ago
Low Coolant level? Perhaps cooling system is airbound not allowng coolant to circulate? Water pump defective not circulating coolant? Radiator plugged or restricted? Hoses collapsing under pressure? Defective radiator cap?
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