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I have a 2006 c6 with 130k miles , it keeps overheating so I thought it would be the thermostat so I changed that , it doesn’t overheat anymore but the engine temp runs at around 220-225 , is that normal?
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Has the radiator ever been flushed? Have you checked for outer radiator blockage from dirt, sand, leaves, etc.?
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Welcome to the forum, with 130k on the clock, it is past time to replace the coolant & check to see if there is any debris blocking the radiator inlet
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Is the fan working?
If it isn't prime suspect's fan plug.
After many heat cycles suckers get brittle over time & fail.
At 130K it wouldn't be a surprise or that unusual.
As suggested flush coolant, should've been done some time ago.
Thoroughly check for debris and visibly check fan's plug,
G/L and update thread w results, or not.
If it isn't prime suspect's fan plug.
After many heat cycles suckers get brittle over time & fail.
At 130K it wouldn't be a surprise or that unusual.
As suggested flush coolant, should've been done some time ago.
Thoroughly check for debris and visibly check fan's plug,
G/L and update thread w results, or not.
