Running HOT HOT HOT!!@#$#$%

[xbi0s]

Hey

I got home today (60deg) and I always noticed my 'cord runs hot.. well today after I shut the car off I hear the fans kick on, still

She runs REALLY hot, like near the red zone even when its cold out

Best guesses? Im prolly going to purchase a new thermostat soon

[dXsquared]

flush the rad too

Travis

[OldSchoolSwap]

It should never run that hot.
-Check fluid
-Check thermostat
-Make sure you have antifreez/coolant
-Water pump might be taking a shit
-Radiator clogged
-Your fans turn on, so they seem to be doing their job

[xbi0s]

Radiator Information (From my Manual that my mom "hid" from me.) Incase anyone in the future needs help.

1986 Accords

Fuel Injected
Manual: 6.4L (1.7 US Gallons)
Automatic: 7.0L (1.9 US Gallons)

Refill Capacity
Manual: 3.7L (1.0 US Gal)
Auto: 4.5L (1.2US Gal)

Notes:
- Check all cooling system hoses for damage, leaks or deterioration and replace if necessary.
- Check all hose clamps and retighten if necessary
- Use new O-rings whenever reassembling.

Carbureted Engine
Manual: 6.3L (1.7 US Gallons)
Automatic: 6.9L (1.8 US Gallons)

Refill Capacity
Manual: 3.8L (1.0 Gal)
Automatic: 4.4L (1.2 US Gal)

Same Notes


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Not sure if any of those work with 87-89..

My best guess would say it'd work with an 87 for shizzle :)

[AccordEpicenter]

its almost always the thermostat being stuck open

[Jareds 89 LX-i]

Better get that fixed soon and don't keep driving it that way, or you'll be shaking hands with Mr. Headgasket (and he's not a friendly guy, trust me). Most likely it is just a stuck thermostat. Mine had that happen a couple years ago too... nothing uncommon

[AccordEpicenter]

yeah dont let that engine run way hot like that, like jared says you might bring problems if you do

[xbi0s]

Im heading over to Autozone after school to get the thermostat...

And Jared is a poo head anyways :)

[OldSchoolSwap]

pooh head! yeah thats the word i was looking for! :D