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Old 12-27-2007, 10:33 AM
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Re: Overheating

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Originally Posted by Allenry
I found out it was the water pump, there was a little liquid on the top of the hood directly above the serpentine belt. So I could tell the pump was leaking. I also realized I had Mechanical breakdown insurance so I didn't have to pay a dime, Only $90 for coolant flush(bye bye dex) and $21 for a gallon of coolant, which must have gold flakes in it like goldschlagger cause I had a gallon of extended life in my trunk that cost me $10.
I don't believe that a water pump leak at weep hole with the amount that you described would cause overheating. when they flushed system i hope that a new thermostat was installed......also electric fan test.
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