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My 2007 caliber runs hot on freeway or climbing hills.i have changed oil new thermostat.coolant at correct level no leaks from coolant lines help

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Check fans are working properly. check radiator for clogs. you might wanna check catalytic converter although its a 2007 you might wanna check them anyways.

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This test will kill two birds with one stone.

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MAKE SURE THE COOLANT SYSTEM and ENGINE IS COLD!

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Small amount of bubbles is OK at 1-5 minute mark

After the thermostat open up (after 195 F warm up) at
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Give the thermostat host few gentle taps.

If you see larger bubbles surfacing after 15 minutes then should do a hydrocarbon (HC) dye test to test for potential head gasket leak.

Let engine cold down and top off coolant reserve tank.

Start monitor for coolant lost

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A coolant flush is require every 2 years or 24,000 miles.

I recommend the thermostat that has a relief pop-let to reduce the change of burst radiator and coolant hoses.

Make sure you get a new thermostat gasket,black RTV and fresh coolant for the job.

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