as i accelerate my temp comes down. running hotter then should but never overheats or boils over. replaced waterpump, radiator, tstat. Can this be a partially plugged cat. check engine light comes on then goes off after about 8 seconds. engine seems to never lack power. still runs but i dont want to damage engine. this is my work truck and need it asap
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Question: how can my motor be running hot when engine is at lower rpm. .
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VENOMSERVICES March 02, 2012, 14:52
Technicianbad fan clutch,,,
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yankeelipper, March 03, 2012, 08:47ReplyRookiea new fan clutch was installed and nothing changed. i can hear a click in top radiator hose almost like an air pocket or extra pressure pulses through it. exaust system is very old. this problem is a tough one. i may run out of money before i find problem.
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csubak30 March 02, 2012, 16:07
MasterCheck to make sure fan is operating when engine is warmed up.
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yankeelipper, March 03, 2012, 08:49Rookiefan is running to best of my knowledge after truck is warmed up i open hood and fan is running.
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csubak30, March 04, 2012, 18:10ReplyMasterIf your check engine light has come on and off get code read and post the result. Could just be temp. sensor has failed which means no potential damage to vechicle. But get read to make sure.
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