Engine Overheating
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Suzuki Swift +, 2008 Pontiac Wave, and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Checks | Actions |
|---|---|
| Check for a loss of the coolant. | Add the coolant. |
| Check for a weak coolant solution. | Confirm that the coolant solution is a 50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol and water. |
| Check the front of the radiator for any dirt, any leaves, or any insects. | Clean the front of the radiator. |
| Check for leakage from the hoses, the coolant pump, the heater, the thermostat housing, the radiator, the core plugs, or the head gasket. | Replace any damaged components. |
| Check for a faulty thermostat. | Replace a damaged thermostat. |
| Check for retarded ignition timing. | Perform a code diagnosis using the engine control module (ECM) for a vehicle with a manual transaxle. Confirm the integrity of the timing belt. |
| Check for an improperly operating electric cooling fan. | Replace the electric cooling fan. |
| Check for radiator hoses that are plugged or rotted. | Replace any damaged radiator hoses. |
| Check for a faulty water pump. | Replace a faulty water pump. |
| Check for a faulty surge tank cap. | Replace a faulty surge tank cap. |
| Check for a cylinder head or an engine block that is cracked or plugged. | Replace a faulty water pump. Repair the damaged cylinder head or the damaged engine block. |