| A loss of coolant |
Add coolant. |
| A weak coolant solution |
Confirm that the coolant solution is a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water. |
| Any dirt, any leaves, or any insects in front of the radiator |
Clean the front of the radiator. |
Leakage from the following components:
- The hoses
- The coolant pump
- The heater
- The thermostat housing
- The radiator
- The core plugs
- The head gasket
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Replace any damaged components. |
| A faulty thermostat |
Replace a damaged thermostat. |
| Retarded ignition timing |
Perform an ECM code diagnosis. Confirm the integrity of the timing belt. |
| An improperly operating electric cooling fan |
Replace the electric cooling fan. |
| Plugged or rotted radiator hoses |
Replace any damaged radiator hoses. |
| A faulty water pump |
Replace a faulty water pump. |
| A faulty surge tank cap |
Replace a faulty surge tank cap. |
| A cracked or plugged cylinder head or engine block |
Repair the damaged cylinder head or the damaged engine block. |