Originally posted by projectSHO89:
The coolant must be in contact with the inside radiator surfaces in order for heat to be transferred through the radiator walls. If the fluid is moving too fast, the thermal energy does not have enough time to transfer enough heat from the coolant through the radiator to the surrounding air.
A non-contact IR thermometer can be used to check radiator inlet and outlet temperatures. About $50 at Sears.
FWIW, make certain that the fans are working.
Steve
That was my thought as well. Yes the fans are working. We don't use electric fans.
But what about the one with the 190 t-stat? The book says it should have a 160 in there. Could it be that 190 is already to hot and then the engine temp just takes off after that? Or should it stay at 190?
Former owner: 1999 Contour SE Sport
Current: 2000 Eclipse GT
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