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I just change new radiator and radiator cap on 2000 nissan quest .go on freeway .and know temp gauge very high i stop the car wait and run again ,now see a gauge go high and drop down to normal ,what is the problem ? can i goin to change new thermostat?

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Make sure that the cooling system has the proper amount of antifreeze and that the fluid is full by checking and filling, if needed, by filling the reserve to the proper level. Then make sure that the cooling fans are coming on. Best test is to allow the engine to come up to operating temp while you observe the cooling fans. If they don't come on by the time the temp gauge is half way, try turning on the air conditioning to high. That should turn the fans on. If not check the cooling fan relay or module. Dan

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sounds like you need to replace the thermostat.

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SOURCE: 1996 Pontiac Grand Am overheating

If its the 3.1L it could be your intake manifold gasket , the material used for the gasket does not react well with GM's Dex-Cool antifreeze. The leak may not be apparent at first, but I would pressure test the cooling system. If you look at the front of the motor by the belts , try to peek down at the intake manifold and check for slight seapage to an obvious leak.

If its either of the Quad-4's they were notorious for heads warping or cracking.

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SOURCE: 2002 KIA Sedona Overheating

most likely, replace thermostat .

Anonymous

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SOURCE: 2001 dodge stratus engine temperature gauge spikes occasionally

Look for a loose connection to the temperature sender unit on the motor.
If all connections OK, you may need a new temp sender unit.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 11, 2009

SOURCE: 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada Heating Problem

when engine is cold remove radiator cap and check coolant level,sounds like it is really low and has an air pocket in it.

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hi
I think it was a catalytic converter problem
so change it may be fix a problem
with my best wishes
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