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1st, is there a check engine light on? if so have it scanned for trouble codes. Check all fuses & main box fuses under hood. it may also be the temp. fan sensor, you might try the A/C on to see if the fans come on, that will tell you if the fans are ok, which may point to the sensor.
Well it sounds like you have covered most of the bases. One thing that could cause overheating is a restriction in the exhaust. Do you know if the radiator fan is coming on when the engine reaches 220 degrees ? How long can you drive it before it starts overheating, and does it boil over when it does ?
if it overheats while your in motion then u can eliminate your fans, as your problem. and do you mean 5-50 thousand miles? id chech your coolant for hc contamination. most likley a head gasket
Offhand it would appear that the radiator fan is not working. In some versions, either the A/C or the heater must be turned on for the radiator fan to work. In some other incidents, the fan utilizes a clutch. Common design makes use of the inverse property of silica oil to serve as the clutch. Still others have a relay that actually does the switching on of the fan. Of course it would be to your advantage to likewise check the temperature sensor on the radiator.
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I would really recommend buying the Haynes/Chilton aftermarket service manual for your car.
It can answer questions much faster and probably more reliably than many who might respond.
They are under $20 and available at any of the chain auto parts stores.
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