1997 Dodge Neon Engine overheating sometimes

1997 DODGE NEON
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WES1
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Engine Cooling problem
1997 Dodge Neon 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 200+k miles

Engine is running hot every few days. Radiator fan is working but I don't have an ac so I quess the condender fan isn't. Have never noticed it running. Replaced radiator cap supports 16 psi and thermostat. After I notice it starts running hot and leaking water I can't find where it is leaking from? I don't know if it is coming out of the reservoir or some where else? When running the engine with radiator cap off air is bubbling in the coolant? Is this a sign of a blown head gasket, cracked head or is it just air traped in the system? No coolant in oil or visa versa. Slight wetish mist coming out of tailpipe and just a little whitish smoke. Any advice on what I could try next would be greatly appreciated. I don't have enough money to take it to a repair shop and this is my only vehicle. Thanks!!
Oct 9, 2008 at 4:37 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Get it block and pressure tested-if it passes both tests try bleeding the cooling system
Oct 9, 2008 at 4:46 AM