Q: ive changed the thermostat, the radiator, got a new radiator cap, new water pump, (and yes it was very corroded, I super flushed w

asked by

Edward L

on March 27, 2018

I have replaced the thermostat, the waterpump, the radiator, the top radiator hose, the radiator cap, and just did an oil change and have tried to get all the air out of the radiator, yet i still feel the pressure when i run the car(burp) and release. When I try driving the car, it stays steady on dead center temperature. I looked at the oil to see if there was any water mixed in, none, other then the fact it was dirty, nothing to show that any fluid had mixed in. the heater when turned on to test is blowing out hot air, although I did notice the top air tank did get really cold and build up some icy like. you know , not frozen but got really cold which stumps me also. I looked at the ac condenser, and it looks fine. I dont see any build up on it. so bugs plugged in. I dont know what else to do at this point. Please help.

My car has 149000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Save Big on Auto Repairs

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing

Get a quote

Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

Apply Now

What others are asking

How long should the tires last?

You expect your tires to provide you with a long use life. In most situations, that’s what happens, but there are times that you might experience premature wear and tear. There are a lot of different factors that go into...

Changed my ignition now all my dashboard lights stay on

The ignition switch if it is what you are talking about, may have been installed in the wrong position and is causing the dash lights to be on when the key is off. This would mean that when you turn...

I have an automatic but also has the 6 speed manual. When I'm towing my 4000lb camper the truck RPMs at 2800 and only 100m/h

When a truck is towing a trailer or a fifth wheel, the engine will need to be producing maximum torque. The highest gear in most transmissions is the overdrive gear. The lowest gear typically produces the most torque from the...

Car jerks and stalls

Hi, thanks for your question. This is a common situation when what is known as the mass airflow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/what-does-the-mass-airflow-sensor-do) needs to be upgraded, cleaned, or replaced. This is a unit that regulates air flow into the engine as it...

Heater and coolant not working

Engine coolant is not only responsible for cooling the engine, it provides heat for the interior as well. Coolant flows from the engine into the heater core, which is located inside the car behind the dash. If coolant is not...

I need a thermostat replacement, will they automatically do the coolant flush?

The cooling system is recommended to be flushed out anytime the thermostat is replaced if the coolant has not been changed or flushed recently. A thermostat does not always require the coolant to be flushed out and would be an...

Rough idle on acceleration displaying symptoms of a misfire, but there is no misfire codes detected. On cold starts the car is completely normal.

Hi there. Since you have a code for the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/exhaust-gas-recirculation-egr-valve-replacement) (EGR), the EGR could act like a vacuum leak and cause a random misfire. Remove the EGR and clean it out and then put it back on....

Brake Pad on passenger side is heating up.

The brake caliper and/or the sliding pins in the caliper bracket, are sticking. Typically, when brakes are refurbished, if the existing calipers have 75,000 or more miles on them, they should be replaced with high quality remanufactured calipers to avoid...

Low rpm idle

Since you had the battery disconnected the computer needs to relearn the idle again. I would recommend having the throttle body cleaned and then the throttle relearn process done so the idle can stabilize and be relearned by the computer....

The Best Used Cars to Buy If Safety is #1

Maybe Maybe you’re a parent buying the first car for your teenager, or perhaps you’re a new parent and the safety of your little one is of the utmost importance. Or perhaps you're a safety-minded individual looking to make a...

The Best Used Cars to Buy for Senior Citizens

Everyone Everyone needs a way to get around. You need to get groceries, get to doctors’ appointments, visit with family and more. However, senior citizens have very different needs when it comes to buying a used car than other demographics....

The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're a Personal Assistant

As As a personal assistant, you have a lot of demands placed on your time. Often it’s important that you be able to get around town quickly, running a ton of errands, picking things up here, dropping them off there,...

Q: ive changed the thermostat, the radiator, got a new radiator cap, new water pump, (and yes it was very corroded, I super flushed w

Get an instant quote for your car

Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Related articles

Browse other content