mitsubishi showgun 1998 gls lwb auto 2.8

1998 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN
14,600,000 MILES • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ZUKE
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i have a problem with my jeep overheating when it is ticking over or going short distances it is fine but if i had to go on to a moterway for about 20min and then come off the tep gauge would go to red i would have to pullover an let it cool down. one time it imobilised its self has it got self bleeding. what could be causeing it.
Mar 3, 2011 at 1:42 PM
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KHLOW2008
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The cooling system is inefficient and probable causes are :

1. Thermostat not opening sufficiently.
2. Clogged radiator.
3. Restricted coolant passage.
4. Weak water pump.
5. Insufficient coolant.
May 20, 2011 at 1:47 PM