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Why does my car idle without overheating but overheats when driven?
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∙ 14y ago
possible radiator resrtiction
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∙ 14y ago
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How long can a engine stay on idle?
Until it overheats, runs out of oil or gas, or has a mechanical failure.
Why is my car overheating when in idle?
Your car is overheating when idle because there may be a lack of oil or water in the engine. It can also be a problem with the engine itself. If your car is overheating, simply contact a wrecker or a road assistance company. The police are also available to assist you.
Why is your 1998 ford escort over heating when driven but wont just sitting at a idle?
It's overheating when driven because there is much more heat to dissipate than when it is just idling. Your radiator might need back flushing or your thermostat needs replacing. Change the stat first, then flush the radiator.
Why does my 2001 Ford Focus overheats at idle?
your electric radiator fan might not be working,check fan fuses
Why does a 1996 BMW e36 323i coupe overheating when idle?
Please you check cooler system, fan, whewn idle overheat.
Why does my car act like it wants to cut off when it's idle?
Because its overheating.
2001 exp has high idle 1200rpm and overheats?
A bad camshaft can cause your engine to idle high and overheat. A fuel injector pump that needs to be adjusted can also cause the same problems.
Car overheats when idle?
Thermostat regulator is malfunctioning, water pump pulley could be bad, gas bubble in radiator hose.
Why a car overheats when driving but cools at idle?
check your fluids it is probably low on antifreeze and if it still does it change your thermostat that should fix the problem
1993 Dodge Dakota truck overheats in hot weather on idle only how stiff should the clutch fan be could this be the problem?
With the engine OFF & cold the fan should not turn more then a 1/4 turn or less. If it spins more then a turn that could be part of the overheating problem. I would check your water pump & belt.
What does it mean when a car overheats only during idle RPM with air conditioner on?
clean rad & cond at the car wash see if that wont help
Why does the temperature gauge red line at idle when the engine is not overheated?
If it is not overheating then the temp gage or the sending unit are bad.
