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Why does my Chevy Equinox keep overheating?

Why does my Chevy Equinox keep overheating?

Customer had replaced thermostat, water pump and radiator it still overheated. The coolant temp would gradually start to climb the longer it was driven and the engine ran perfect. Pressure tested cooling system hot and cold at rated 15 psi and no leaks and no pressure loss.

What does the thermostat on a Chevy Equinox do?

Never touch the radiator cap unless the vehicle is ICE COLD. The job of your Equinox’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up.

Are there any problems with the 2006 Chevy Equinox?

The problem has a typical repair cost of over $800. The 2006 Equinox also has a number of reported problems ranging from the key getting stuck in the ignition, to failing speed sensors, and trouble starting the engine. All in all, this car sounds like one worth avoiding. No one has added a helpful site for this 2006 Equinox problem yet.

Why is my heater not working on my Buick Encore?

If you have a heater core that clogged, it’s not going to be able to pass coolant through. Without the warm coolant going through it, there can be no heat. A bad heater core can also leak, so watch out for that. Feel your passenger floorboard to see if it’s wet.

Why is my 2006 Chevy Equinox over heating?

2006 Chevrolet Equinox. CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Equinox is plagued by a heating problem, as in the heater only blows cold air. The reported cause of this problem is a small door, known as the air temperature blend door, which allows air to flow past the heater core.

Never touch the radiator cap unless the vehicle is ICE COLD. The job of your Equinox’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up.

What causes a car to lose coolant while running?

The steam disperses inside the engine compartment. With high engine temperatures, the steam evaporates or moisture collects on the engine compartment firewall and fender wells. Coolant loss results, without obvious puddles signs.

What causes coolant to leak from the radiator?

A defective radiator cap gasket will allow coolant to escape in the form of steam. The steam disperses inside the engine compartment. With high engine temperatures, the steam evaporates or moisture collects on the engine compartment firewall and fender wells. Coolant loss results, without obvious puddles signs.

Customer had replaced thermostat, water pump and radiator it still overheated. The coolant temp would gradually start to climb the longer it was driven and the engine ran perfect. Pressure tested cooling system hot and cold at rated 15 psi and no leaks and no pressure loss.

The problem has a typical repair cost of over $800. The 2006 Equinox also has a number of reported problems ranging from the key getting stuck in the ignition, to failing speed sensors, and trouble starting the engine. All in all, this car sounds like one worth avoiding. No one has added a helpful site for this 2006 Equinox problem yet.

Where is the coolant sensor on a 2007 Chevy Equinox?

Autozone has the sensor for $24, http://www.autozone.com/autozone/parts/2007-Chevrolet-Equinox-2WD/Coolant-Temperature-Sensor/_/N-jps31Z9gslt?filterByKeyWord=sensor&fromString=search The sensor is located at the rear of the right bank head and here are the instructions for replacing it, click here.

What causes a Chevy Tahoe to overheat?

If the fan motor does not work, there will not be enough air movement through the radiator to dissipate the heat in the coolant. The symptom usually associated with a faulty fan… Read More

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