Why would a 1996 riviera supercharged begin to run hot
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Asked by Guru3FM2Q Jul 17, 2020 at 11:36 AM about the 1996 Buick Riviera Supercharged Coupe FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1996 Buick riviera is running warmer than normal, at time over 220...then it
comes down with or without ac on, as I shut it off, it goes back up, when
started?

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brotherben answered 3 years ago

Check your coolant level and if it's good, it might need flushed or thermostat could be starting to go bad.

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Alvin answered 3 years ago

Also check the cooling fans, and, if your water hoses are collapsing, preventing proper water flow.

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