Cooling system parts malfunction | Poor heat transfer | Water pump malfunction | Worn or loose drive belt | — |
Thermostat stuck closed | Coolant circulation |
Damaged fins | Dust contamination or rock clogging |
Mechanical damage |
Clogged radiator cooling tube | Excess foreign material (rust, dirt, sand, etc.) |
Reduced air flow | Cooling fan does not operate | Engine cooling fans | — |
High resistance to fan rotation |
Damaged fan blades |
Damaged radiator shroud | — | Radiator shroud | — |
Improper coolant mixture ratio | — | Coolant viscosity | — |
Poor coolant quality | — | Periodic maintenance | — |
Insufficient coolant | Coolant leaks | Cooling hose | Loose clamp |
Cracked hose |
Water pump | Poor sealing |
Radiator cap | Loose |
Poor sealing |
Radiator | O-ring for damage, deterioration or improper fitting |
Cracked radiator tank |
Cracked radiator core |
Reservoir tank | Cracked reservoir tank |
Overflowing reservoir tank | Exhaust gas leaks into cooling system | Cylinder head deterioration |
Cylinder head gasket deterioration |
Except cooling system parts malfunction | — | Overload on engine | Abusive driving | High engine rpm under no load |
Driving in low gear for extended time |
Driving at extremely high speed |
Powertrain system malfunction | — |
Installed improper size wheels and tires |
Dragging brakes |
Improper ignition timing |
Blocked or restricted air flow | Blocked radiator grille | Installed car brassiere | — |
Mud contamination or paper clogging |
Blocked bumper |
Blocked radiator |
Blocked condenser |
Installed large fog light |