Still running hot after freeze plug replaced

Asked by Guru5CJ6N Jan 13, 2018 at 08:14 AM about the 2002 Buick LeSabre Limited Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Car started smoking and running hot. Took to mechanic
and he replaced freeze plug. Now car still running hot.
What next?

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Try replacing the heater hose fittings ( The Elbows). They sit right above the water pump. They connect to the serpentine belt tensioner. The ones that are made of plastic , leaks and causes the vehicle to run hot. Replace with the metal set. I hope this works for you.

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