Problem | Action | ||||||
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Faulty engine temperature gauge | Replace the engine temperature gauge. | ||||||
Faulty engine temperature gauge sensor | Replace the engine temperature gauge sensor. | ||||||
Brakes dragging | Adjust the brakes as needed. | ||||||
Frozen engine coolant | Allow the coolant to thaw. | ||||||
Improper belt tension | Adjust the belt tension. | ||||||
Restricted radiator | Repair the restriction as needed. | ||||||
Incorrect cooling fan | Install the correct fan. Refer to Fan in this section. | ||||||
Restricted exhaust | Repair the restriction as necessary. | ||||||
Incorrect thermostat(s) | Install the correct thermostat(s). | ||||||
Faulty water pump | Replace the water pump. | ||||||
Incorrect ignition timing | Adjust the ignition timing. | ||||||
Low engine oil level | Install engine oil to the proper level. | ||||||
Blocked radiator grille | Repair the radiator grille as needed. | ||||||
Missing radiator shroud or baffles | Install the correct radiator shroud or baffles. | ||||||
Faulty thermostatic fan | Replace the thermostatic fan clutch. | ||||||
Faulty cooling fan | Replace the fan. | ||||||
Faulty engine thermostat(s) | Replace the thermostat(s). | ||||||
Plugged cooling system |
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