Is there a problem with my Sonoma radiator?

If using Dex-Cool you have to use a flushing agent / kit to get all of the old crap out; if not you can run into the problems you’re having as well. You still may be having an air problem. You definitely have to have the heater on, blower on high, when your topping off or you can get air trapped in the system.

Is the radiator on a Chevy S10 overheating?

Overheat doing both, and yes it’ll engage not all the time, but I checked the spin of it, and it’s seemingly stout, and no cracks.

Is the radiator going to overheat when idling?

Will it overheat going down the road, or just when idling. You have a clutch fan on a 95 I assume, will it roar when it gets hot, it should. 260 F is getting ready to boil over. What temp is the coolant in the radiator, I use a candy thermometer, wife doesn’t know. I’m Not Quite for sure what you mean bleed the air out, as in out of the Radiator?

Why is my 1995 Chevy S10 leaking oil?

My 1995 S-10 is leaking from the backside of the engine. I can’t see any visual signs on the top, but underneath a steady stream is coming down between the starter and oil pan. I was wondering if there are freeze plugs back there that I can’t see. The oil is clear of water, so I’m hoping it’s not a cracked head.

Overheat doing both, and yes it’ll engage not all the time, but I checked the spin of it, and it’s seemingly stout, and no cracks.

What should water temp be on Chevy S10?

On the 4.3s you have to have the thermostat clocked in the right position or you can have issues. You can also check thermostat operation really easy by placing the thermostat in a pot and bring the water to a boil and see when it opens (should be 195 as stated).

Where is the radiator located on a 1998 Chevy S10?

I have a 1998 Chevy S-10 with a 2.2L Engine. There is a steel pipe on the top of the engine towards the drivers side. It is mounted down with one bolt on the back side and held into the thermostat housing on the front. It also contains the Coolant Temperature Sensor right before the thermostat housing.

Why do I Run my heater core in the summer?

The fluid stays stagnant in the heater core in the summer and can cause gunk to build up. After I flushed out my heater core I run the heat once a week in the summer to circulate the coolant through the heater core to keep it moving. I haven’t had a problem since.

Where is the coolant sensor on a Chevy S10?

There is a steel pipe on the top of the engine towards the drivers side. It is mounted down with one bolt on the back side and held into the thermostat housing on the front. It also contains the Coolant Temperature Sensor right before the thermostat housing. And on the back side of the pipe there is a rubber hose that has engine labeled on it.

Where is the coolant flow radiator located on a car?

The Heater Core The heater core is a smaller version of the radiator that is used to keep your toes warm when it’s cold outside. The heater core is mounted under the dash board. Some of the hot coolant is routed through this little radiator, by more hoses.

Are there any issues with my Sonoma 2000?

I’ve got some issues with my sonoma its a 2000 with 185,000 miles. its been in one crash (not my fault). had some body work and new chip (registers E-brake and ABS gauge). But now im getting overheating issues within the first couple minutes of driving. spikes to (260).

How often does a 94 S-10 4.3 drop rpm?

After you take it out and drive it, it’ll idle fine for a couple minutes, then will drop a couple hundred rpms every 30 seconds or so for just a count, then back to normal. Any ideas? I’m pulling my hair out.