Cooling System Concerns - Engine Overheating
- Check cooling fan components for proper operation. See TEST KF: FAN CONTROL RELAYS under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - VILLAGER article.
- Check thermostat operation.
- Check cooling system for restrictions or leaks.
- Check temperature gauge accuracy. See appropriate ANALOG or ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENT PANELS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT.
- Check secondary ignition system. See TEST JB: IGNITION MISFIRE UNDER LOAD under SYSTEM TESTS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - VILLAGER article.
- Check engine mechanical condition. Check compression, camshaft, valve train components, etc. Repair as necessary. See appropriate article in ENGINES.