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Sam Barnes

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I’ve had an over heating issue which I was told was due to the heater valve being busted. I’ve just replaced it with a new one n I still seem to be overheating after 8 minutes of idling.
 

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Heater valve should not cause issues

Run a flush, or 2

Test/replace your thermostat

Could be blocked radiator core or busted thermostat
 

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I’ve had an over heating issue which I was told was due to the heater valve being busted. I’ve just replaced it with a new one n I still seem to be overheating after 8 minutes of idling.
Did you bleed the coolant system?
 

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Aload of smoke was coming from it when it started over heating before I replaced it why I was less to believe that was the issue
Heater valve should not cause issues

Run a flush, or 2

Test/replace your thermostat

Could be blocked radiator core or busted thermostat
 

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Meant to do that after replacing heater valve or just a good option to fix the issue?
 

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White smoke from the exhaust would indicate a head gasket leak

Are you lossing coolant but no noticeable leaks?

Does your exhaust smell "sweet"?
 
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