Q: Car overheating with new radiator

asked by on January 20, 2016

My car is overheating. I had the radiator and thermostat replaced, among other work.

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You might also have issues with your radiator cooling fan. It should spin most the time when you have your air conditioning turned on. You might also either have a clog in your system or internal engine issues. A qualified technician, such as one from YourMechanic can assist you in diagnosis of your car’s overheating issue.

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