Temperature Rising

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estridge48

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The temp gauge will stay in its normal position while driving but will start to rise when stopped at a light or at idle. The coolant is at the proper level when the engine is cold and I get heat once the engine has reached operating temp so I don't think it's the thermostat. I replaced the water pump a few years ago so I hope that isn't the problem. The hoses feel firm when the engine is running so I would assume the pump is getting plenty fluid through the system. Does anyone have any ideas what may be wrong? Would a power flush help?
 
I'll have to have the flush done. As far as the fan is concerned, I haven't had the AC on yet because of the cool weather and this temp thing just started. I know my refrigerant is low because it wasn't getting cold last year. Is there a way to check the fan operation without turning the AC on?
 
estridge48 said:
The temp gauge will stay in its normal position while driving but will start to rise when stopped at a light or at idle. The coolant is at the proper level when the engine is cold and I get heat once the engine has reached operating temp so I don't think it's the thermostat. I replaced the water pump a few years ago so I hope that isn't the problem. The hoses feel firm when the engine is running so I would assume the pump is getting plenty fluid through the system. Does anyone have any ideas what may be wrong? Would a power flush help?
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You may also have some air in the system. may want to check into that. Get all the air out. That is a problem I had also.
 
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