Why is my car overheating when I first start driving?
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I noticed some coolant under my jaguar s type so I took it to the shop and they replaced the water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing and belt. Now when I first start driving it when it is cool (sitting overnight) it overheats within a couple of blocks but if I start it and let it idle until the temperature guage gets warm (right in the middle) then drive it, it's does fine. The shop that repaired it said they have never seen anything like this before and have no idea what's wrong with it.
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Hello,
They may have installed the thermostat incorrectly. I won't bore you with the details, but they need to test their work/new parts.
There is also a possibility the engine was not bled properly, which almost makes sense.
If the shop you used is telling you, basically, "We don't know, good luck", then try one of the certified shops on the list below. However, if there is any kind of a warranty on their work, it needs to be honored.
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