No.17 Cooling System Concerns-Overheating: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
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COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS-OVERHEATING DESCRIPTION & POSSIBLE CAUSE TABLE

17 COOLING SYSTEM CONCERNS - OVERHEATING
DESCRIPTION  The engine runs at higher than normal temperature/overheats.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Improper coolant level
  • Blown fuses
  • Coolant leakage
  • Excessive A/C system pressure
  • A/C system operation is improper
  • Improper water/anti-freeze mixture
  • Fans reverse rotation
  • Cooling air passage to radiator blockage
  • Poor radiator condition
  • Thermostat malfunction
  • Radiator hose damage
  • Improper or damaged radiator cap
  • Cooling fans are inoperative.
  • Coolant overflow system malfunction
  • Improper tension of drive belt
  • Drive belt damage
  • Eccentric shaft bypass valve malfunction (stuck closed)
RENDER: 1.0x

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