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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Loss of engine coolant
  • Radiator.
  • Thermostat housing assembly.
  • Heater control valve.
  • Oil cooler.
  • PCV heater system.
  • Throttle body adapter heating.
  • Coolant pump seal.
  • Radiator hoses.
  • Heater hoses.
  • Heater core.
  • Engine gaskets.
  • Degas bottle.
  • The engine overheats
  • Thermostat.
  • Airlock in the system.
  • Coolant pump.
  • Internal engine coolant leak.
  • Radiator.
  • Radiator airflow obstruction.
  • Heater core.
  • Cooling fan.
  • Pressure relief cap.
  • The engine does not reach normal operating temperature
  • Thermostat.
  • The block heater does not operate correctly
  • Block heater power cable.
  • CHECK the resistance in all three power cable circuits. If the resistance in any circuit is greater than 5 ohms, INSTALL a new power cable.
  • Block heater.
  • INSTALL a new block heater.
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