I have a 2001 Hyundai tiburon. overheat. the car constantly overheats .i have switched out the heads, replaced the alternator, replaced the heat temp sensor, put in a new radiator. the only thing i can think of that would be causing it to overheat is the thermostat.
Only 2 parts remaining are the thermostat and waterpump. Always start with the thermostat when diagnosing an overheating problem. If the car is overheating constantly under all conditions and coolant is backing up into the reservoir, it's very likely to be the thermostat. If it only overheats at low speed or idling, it's more likely the waterpump.
What type of thermostat do u buy for 2005 hyundai tiburon gt? The 170 or 180 degree? Also, I have read that there are differences with design like purge i think it was or some valve.... will cheap one from advance work just fine?
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I'm having the same problem with the same model and year car. It overheats mostly at higher speeds, coolant backs up in the reservoir and comes out the overflow. My first thought was the thermostat, but I pulled it and still have the same problem. When I start the vehicle, the radiator hoses get pressure, indicating (to me at least, but I don't claim to be a mechanic) that the water pump is pumping. Any ideas?
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