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i have a commodore (vr) that gets very hot no matter the temp outside. the temp goes over half way when its still, and smells hot when i stop the car. i have checked the obvious - oil, water fluids etc... what could be the problem? Also the yellow engine light (with the "!" inside) has started to stay on for a few seconds after the car has started then it goes out. HELP!!!!
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Most likely, you have an airblock in your coolant system...
you have multiple "bleeders" around the engine... consult your manual on how to do a "coolant change" and refill the whole system with good coolant...
that will eliminate air locks and sho
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many thanks Mark - any idea what the engine light stands for???
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Automotive trade text books list a couple of dozen reasons for overheating but in practice about 90% are caused by a blocked or restricted radiator. New car dealers will add cleaning chemicals and reverse flush the system with compressed air an
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many thanks to you all for your help ... im not mechanically minded - so your advice is appreciated. does anyone know of a "good" mechanic in the ACT?
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Joe's Radiator service in Queanbeyan are quite good as are Harry's auto care in Belconnen.
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