Engine Cooling Symptom Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki XL-7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ENGINE COOLING SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS CHART

Condition	Possible Cause	Action
Engine overheats	Loose or broken water pump belt	Adjust or replace .
	Not enough coolant	Check coolant level and add as necessary .
	Faulty thermostat	Replace .
	Faulty water pump	Replace .
	Dirty or bent radiator fins	Clean or remedy .
	Coolant leakage on cooling system	Repair .
	Defective cooling fan clutch	Check and replace as necessary .
	Plugged radiator	Check and replace radiator as necessary .
	Faulty radiator cap	Replace .