My Toyota Tundra overheats but there does not appear to be a leak. What could be the problem?
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I recently started having this overheating problem with my Toyota Tundra. There is a lot of steam and air when I try to put water in. It also to boils over. It usually takes several minutes before it finally settles down and accepts water. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
Toyota Tundra November 23rd 2009
October 24th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Have you checked to make sure that a hose hasn’t collapsed. Sometimes when hoses get old they get weak and when the system is under pressure and heat they collapse. That would be where I start. If your hoses are fine then I would replace the thermostat, then go on to the water pump the impeller on the pump may be worn and not pumping the full amount. You could have a plug in the radiator or heat core as well.
October 24th, 2009 at 2:11 pm
You could have a clogged radiator hose or you may need a new water pump
October 24th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Fill your vehicle’s water with the engine cold. Do not run your vehicle anymore until you have done this. If you only add water when it is warm (or hot) it is not filling up properly, and you may not have as much water in there as it is supposed to have. If this does not fix it, your water pump may not be working properly or at all. Make sure the belts are okay. If the problem persists, see your local mechanic, as this can lead to other serious problems.
October 24th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
The problem is that you didn’t buy a Ford. Sell the hunk of junk and get the #1 truck in America. . . . . . . Ford.
October 24th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
How old ?????????????????? If the thermostat is OK, someone has to check the burnt head gasket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do not forget to check the water pump and leaks. !!!!!!!. . . . Pump, thermostat, head gasket, in that order. . .