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Old 19-06-2010, 12:48 PM
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hi ive replaced the headgasket on my mk3 2.0l duratec engine also had a new head fitted which was pressure tested first, new thermostate and new temperature gauge but when running he car the system pressurises and boils over the fan kicks in at 110 as shown on scanner. Any ideas what could be causing this please
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Old 19-06-2010, 02:19 PM
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Header tank cap?
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Old 19-06-2010, 02:23 PM
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fooked water pump maybe or an airlock?
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replaced the water pump
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replaced the water pump
Take the thermostat out and see if it still does it.
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its a new thermostat
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its a new thermostat
doesn't mean is working correctly though m8.
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