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If you have an antifreeze leak but no overheating can the cause still be the water pump?
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∙ 15y ago
yes, leaking coolant is what happens before the pump totally dies, then you have overheating and possible engine damage soon after the leaking.
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When adding coolant to 1986 Honda Accord does water need to be mixed in with the antifreeze?
Yes a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and distilled water. I disagree, I'll explain why A 100% antifreeze solution is perfectly acceptable. However you will only get a small increase in protection against overheating or freezing as compared to a 50/50 mixture of anti-freeze and water. By the way, the water doesn't have to be distilled. If your water supply is hard or has some other mineral deposits then you should use soft water. In the near term, the iron content in hard water won't impede the overheating and freezing protection that you get from the antifreeze, but it will extend the life of your cooling system by preventing the iron ions (or calcium ions or whatever mineral is present in the water) from corroding and clogging the coolant passages. It will also allow for a more efficient heat transfer between the hot internal engine block surfaces and the antifreeze itself.
Would using water instead of coolant cause engine to over heat?
Water is coolant!!! Pre mixed coolant comes with anti freeze and sometimes a rust inhibitor, other than that it does same job. Common sense being your guide. Do not use straight water during the winter. Varying ratios of water mixed to antifreeze will actually increase the boiling point in both winter and summer and is more benficial in summer in terms of cooling function. More Coolant/antifreeze less water (mixed) increases boiling point correspondingly. It is of greater benfit to use coolant/antifreeze in your engine because it prevents rust and corrosion in the various parts of cooling system and heating system (heater) and increases the boiling point. Check the coolant/antifreeze container for instructions on mixtures and learn from it.
Your 2001 jetta keeps overheating- you just replaced the thermostat and it is still overheating there are no leaks or anything though- what could be wrong?
coolant fan not working change the temperature sender located on the engine ( follow the wires from the fan ) failing that the cylinder head could be warped check for water in the engine oil ( oil looks like mayonaise)or check if theirs any trace of steam from the exhaust when hot Try replacing the water pump too.
What would cause a 96 jeep Cherokee to run hot if the thermostat and water pump is good?
Your coolant mixture could be too light, and you may want to try thickening it by added less diluted or wholly undiluted antifreeze/coolant to it.
Your car is overheating the water pump went and the thermostat colomn had a whole in it it is still really badly overheating could it be the head gaskets?
On many engines you have to bleed the air from a bleed screw or trapped air will stop coolant from circulating. Thermostat installed backwards? Radiator plugged up? Hopefully it's not head gaskets. If it's blowing white smoke and the exhaust smells sweet, then it is head gasket.
Can a car overheat when the water system is leaking?
If by water you mean engine coolant, yes. Loss of coolant, antifreeze, is a major cause of overheating.
Can water leaks make a car overheat?
If by water you mean engine coolant, yes. Loss of coolant, antifreeze, is a major cause of overheating.
Can a bad oxygen sensor cause overheating and white white smoke from the exhaust on a 1992 Honda civic?
it would cause overheating but the smoke is probally coming from some sort of water or antifreeze in combustion chamber
How does antifreeze keep the water in your radiator from freezing and overheating?
It changes the freezing and boiling point.
If you are replacing a water pump will this stop a car from overheating?
Replacing a bad water pump can help to stop a motor from overheating. Hopefully that was the cause of the overheating. If it does not stop the overheating, try replacing the thermostat. Make sure you have the proper mix of antifreeze and water, the radiator filled with it. Check the level of coolant FIRST. Next, the hoses, and third the thermostat. Then, disconnect a hose and see if, by starting the vehicle, if there's water pressure. If not, its water pump time!
Why is your Jeep Wrangler overheating?
There are many reasons why a Jeep Wrangler is overheating. A leak in the radiator system will cause overheating. Too much pressure in the engine can cause overheating. A bad water pump or thermostat could cause overheating. The transmission can also cause overheating if it is leaking.
How do you know if you ruined your engine by puting only water in your antifreeze container and it freezes?
That alone won't do it. The risks of just running water are that it won't thaw out quickly enough to cool the engine, and that can cause overheating. The other risk is that, if you just run water, you're supposed to add a lubricant to it to lube the water pump... not doing this can cause your water pump to go back, then you run into overheating issues because of that pump not working.
Could straight antifreeze cause overheating in a 94 dodge shadow?
Not right away but can cause failure with coolant system components over a period of time that could produce a overheating condition. Very corrosive to metals as well. Recommend 50% water mixture to dilute anti freeze for proper protection.
Why is my engine overheating 2000 cadillac deville?
could be your thermostat or you have no antifreeze coolant or your water pump is going bad
What is most likely to be wrong if your 94 eldorado keeps overheating?
Start with the cheapest fix first. Replace the radiator cap. If still overheating replace thermostat. Make sure you have a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water. Lastly if all else fails, check for a plugged or faulty water pump and or radiator.
How does an antifreeze prevent freezing in cold months and overheating and boiling?
It lowers the freezing point and raises the boiling point of water.
What causes Overheating on Hyundai Elantra?
There are several things that cause overheating. The most common: Thermostat stuck in the closed position; low coolant level; water/antifreeze mix incorrect; hoses with leaks; clogged radiator; faulty water pump. Other more serious: blown head gasket; cracked cylinder head.
