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Expert: Dusty Granata - 7/1/2009


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I am having a problem with overheating. Flushed radiator, changed thermostat, checked fuses & switches and still runs hot. Cooling fan goes on only after hitting above hot. What are we missing?

Answer
your coolant fan should kick in long before it gets that hot, check your coolant switch that controls the cooling fans, it may not be working properly. it also could be a bad water pump, check to see it it circulating coolant properly, but i am leaning toward it being for fan is not kicking on sooner.

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Dusty Granata

Expertise

Ford Truck Drive train Repair, 4x4 systems, Engines, Transmissions, Transfer Cases, Axles. Electrical systems, Fuel Delivery, Charging system, Starting System.

Experience

Mechanic at Ford Dealerships, and General Automotive repair at small town garages. have over 15 years experience. I also have extensive heavy equipment experience with John Deere, Cat, Hyster, Case and IH.

Organizations
Triangle Fire Company

Education/Credentials
BOCES automotive (1999) Ford Blue Oval certified (2005)

Awards and Honors
Firefighter of the year (2006)

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