Overheating Problem
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From: Afton, WY
Overheating Problem
Hey everyone, New member here.
I am a proud owner of a 2001 Black Supercrew Lariat, but last weekend on a 2 hour drive, about 1hr 45 minutes into it, the main hose going into my radiator came off and blew all my water/coolant out. Luckily I made it to a Maverick close by and fixed the problem and refilled with 50/50 coolant.
But My question is, what temp is your temp-gauge running at? Mine now reads just above the temp symbol on my gauge, about half way. Is that normal?? I never noticed before, so thought I would check with some other F-150 owners.
Thanks,
Jared
I am a proud owner of a 2001 Black Supercrew Lariat, but last weekend on a 2 hour drive, about 1hr 45 minutes into it, the main hose going into my radiator came off and blew all my water/coolant out. Luckily I made it to a Maverick close by and fixed the problem and refilled with 50/50 coolant.
But My question is, what temp is your temp-gauge running at? Mine now reads just above the temp symbol on my gauge, about half way. Is that normal?? I never noticed before, so thought I would check with some other F-150 owners.
Thanks,
Jared
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From: Missouri
Welcome BravesAce,
I haven't really thought about the exact position of the gauge, one thing that can cause it to be a little high is air in the system, make sure you bled the air out after the mishap.
I'm sure someone will be along shortly with a little more detail.
FM
I haven't really thought about the exact position of the gauge, one thing that can cause it to be a little high is air in the system, make sure you bled the air out after the mishap.
I'm sure someone will be along shortly with a little more detail.
FM
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From: San Antonio, TX
Agree...
Jared,
I would tend to agree that you most likely have air in your system.. It *should* find its way out through the reservoir and in turn be replaced by fluid. Make sure you keep the reservoir full and check it frequently for the next week or so. Also, I would recommend you pull the radiator cap and top it off.
Later,
Chris
I would tend to agree that you most likely have air in your system.. It *should* find its way out through the reservoir and in turn be replaced by fluid. Make sure you keep the reservoir full and check it frequently for the next week or so. Also, I would recommend you pull the radiator cap and top it off.
Later,
Chris