Q: 1995 honda accord, i replaced thermostat, coolant fan switch, and im still overheating

asked by on March 15, 2017

ideas on why it car is overheating, previous owner just replaced radiator, i replaced thermostat, and coolant switch, getting ready to replace sensor because my gague doesnt work, My coolant fans work only when i bypass the switch. i did the block test with the radiator cap off, the level of liquid doesnt go up or down. my oil looks brand new. WHAT ELSE? HELP PLEASE

My car has 197000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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