I would replace the t-stat. It helps a heater to work.
Gets consistancy wityh cooling at any speed.
The fins on the pump may be rusted away.
Replacing a pump and timing belt start you off right....or you might
have to pay twice later on.....know when the timing belt was last replaced?
Short term...
If you drive a distance, stop and let it cool when needed. Carry a couple gallon jugs of water. Add water as needed. Some people loosen the radiator cap....-Bob
Originally Posted by
ZDriver96
Ok on my way to Miami today my car started to over heat. I have a 96 2.2 Ex Accord. I think the water pump impeller is slipping on the shaft so the pump is barely moving water... Because going down the highway at 70mph the car stays cool. If i sustain 80mph it will over heat, and in town it will over heat.
I get no hot air coming out of the heater vent. So this leads me to believe the pump is not moving air through the heater core.... Or there is something plugged up in the block.
1.) I have no Thermostat (yanked it out a long time ago)
2.) Both fans kick on as they should. One 1st and the 2nd when its getting hotter but they are still not able to cool the engine down... engine continues to get hotter.
3.) Radiator 16psi Pressure cap changed out... Problem remained
4.) No coolant leaks. The only coolant that is lost is maybe 1 cup because it flows over into the coolant reservoir. Coolant is full
What shop is near new tampa that I could take it to? It would be great if i could get it back the same day or next day if at all possible. I can drive the car a short distance... because the pump moves enough water to slightly cool the engine as long as I'm moving.