1996 Ford Ranger Running hot

1996 FORD RANGER
116,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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J3333
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My 1996 ranger with 116000 miles runs slightly higher than mid point temperature on normal Northern California days. However, the temp does rise when the engine is under a higher load ie: going up a steephill. In summer months, it runs a little hotter and gets real hot under loads such as running the air conditioner or going up hills. I am not losing any coolant. Your thoughts please.
Jan 17, 2008 at 3:01 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check your coolant level-find the thermostat and replace it-then bleed the cooling system
Jan 17, 2008 at 3:28 PM