Symptom Checks
Perform the following:
- If vehicle is equipped with electric cooling fan, Start engine. Turn A/C on (if equipped). Cooling fan should be on.
- Check ignition timing. See DIAGNOSTIC SUB-ROUTINES.
- Check temperature gauge and sending unit.
- Check for binding/dragging brakes.
- Check transmission for overheating.
- Check for excessive vehicle load.
- Check for internal cylinder block and cylinder head leaks.