B5.9G, B5.9LPG – Troubleshooting and Repair Manual – Coolant Temperature Above Normal – Sudden Overheat

Symptom Tree  t023

This is symptom tree t023
Cause Correction

Electronic fault codes active or high counts of inactive fault codes

Refer to Section TF in the Troubleshooting and Repair Manual, Fuel Systems and Electronics, B5.9G, C8.3G, L10G-III, Bulletin 3666118.

 

Fan drive belt is broken

Check the fan drive belt. Replace the belt, if necessary. Refer to Procedure 008-002.

 

Coolant level is below specification

Inspect the engine and cooling system for external coolant leaks. Repair if necessary. Add coolant. Refer to Procedure 008-018.

 

Temperature gauge malfunction

Check or replace the temperature gauge. Refer to the OEM service manual.

 

Water pump is malfunctioning

Check the water pump for correct operation. Replace the water pump if necessary. Refer to Procedure 008-062.

 

Thermostat is not correct or is malfunctioning

Check the thermostat for the correct part number and for correct operation. Refer to Procedure 008-013.

 

Cooling system hose(s) collapsed, restricted, or leaking

Inspect the cooling system hose(s) for restrictions or obstructions. Refer to Procedure 008-045.

 

Fill line or vent lines are restricted, obstructed, or not routed correctly

Check the vent lines and the fill line for correct routing and for restriction. Refer to the OEM specifications.

 

Fan drive or fan controls are malfunctioning

Check the fan drive and controls. Refer to Procedure 008-026.

 

Radiator core is internally obstructed or damaged, or the check valve or J-tube is malfunctioning

Inspect the radiator and clean if necessary. Refer to the OEM service manual.

 

Plugged cooling passages in the cylinder head, head gasket, or cylinder block

Pressure-test the cooling system. Refer to Procedure 008-018.

 

Air or combustion gases are entering the cooling system

Check for air or combustion gases in the cooling system. Refer to Procedure 008-019.

 

Cooling system has insufficient capacity

Refer to Procedure 008-018.

 
Last Modified:  05-Jan-2004