1997 Ford Escort rough idle over heating

1997 FORD ESCORT
155,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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VTWINVTX
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Car idles rough when started,as you dive it down the road the temp starts to go up and when you stop at a light the temp gos down.It also has a loss of power on take off.
May 2, 2009 at 10:15 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Have it chemical tested for a blown head gasket.Sounds like it is gone. Does the fan cycle ok ? Usually head gaskets will overheat when driven, but can remain cool when the engine isnt under load
May 3, 2009 at 9:07 AM
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Yes the fan does cycle ok
May 4, 2009 at 7:47 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Have it chemical tested to be sure it isnt a blown head gasket
May 4, 2009 at 8:20 PM