Overheating issue 2010 VE wagon

[Punishar_FDM]

My 2010 Ve sports wagon is overheating, I’ve held the radiator, replaced the water pump and done a radiator clean. It runs great with the heater on full blast I’m currently terminally ill so can’t afford expensive Mechanjcs costs so hoping it’s not the thermostat. Any ideas?

 

[Asmodai78]

V6 or V8?

 

[greenacc]

Do the system hold good pressure in the hoses? The pressure caps on the V6 don't last forever, around 5 years then they don't hold pressure and can start overheating. So check if the hoses stay firm for at least 10 minutes once the engine is switched off after a decent drive. They are also hot so don't burn your fingers.

 

[Punishar_FDM]

V6 or V8?

V6 mate

 

[Fu Manchu]

Inspect for leaks. Looking for dry pink stuff in places. Smell is a sweet smell when hot.

If all seems ok,
Bleed the air out
Replace the cap ($35) with a genuine one.
Make sure the reservoir is kept topped up. Check every day or after longer trips for a week or so.

You’ll need some red coolant (Nulon or Penrite) and some distilled water.

Here’s a walk through for various jobs on the cooling system.

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