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Search Auto Parts Search GF's Car overheats at stop light.. help her... Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting damian5000 New User Apr 8, 2005, 1:57 AM Post #1 of 4 (6844 views) GF's Car overheats at stop light.. help her... Sign In Hey all... My GF's car overheats while stopped. If the AC is turned on it starts to go back down. The temp. is fine while actually driving...It's only when she's stopped and idling that it overheats. What is most likely the problem, and how easy is it to fix? (she's got a 96 dodge neon). Thanks in advance for the help.. - damian Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Apr 8, 2005, 9:53 AM Post #2 of 4 (6841 views) Re: GF's Car overheats at stop light.. help her... Sign In Sounds a LOT like the electric fan for the radiator is NOT coming on. It's forced to come on with the A/C request so you get the cooling. The fix could be a relay/fuse or the temp sensor which I think is right at the thermosat. Good luck, damian5000 New User Apr 8, 2005, 2:36 PM Post #3 of 4 (6836 views) Re: GF's Car overheats at stop light.. help her... Sign In But the car stays cool fine with the AC off while actually driving... Do you still think it could be the temp sensor or relay/fuse? which is more likely? Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Apr 8, 2005, 7:24 PM Post #4 of 4 (6834 views) Re: GF's Car overheats at stop light.. help her... Sign In The car probably stays cool while driving because of the air flow which stops when the car stops. In other words - when the car is moving there is enoughair flow to cool it, then it needs help - the electric fan. Asking for A/C will force the fan on is all of that system is ok, and keep doing that as overheating can lead to some very expensive repairs - and I don't think this one is right now, good luck and don't wait too long with this,   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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