In article <422a872c$1_5@alt.athenanews.com>, tim1337
<UseLinkToEmail@AutoForumz.com> wrote:

> Recently Ive been having problems with getting heat and possible
> engine overheating. I though the thermostat was stuck, so I replaced
> it. That didnt do anything.
>
> The car was started I got nothing. When i drove around the block
> (which lasted no longer than 5 minutes) the engine temp gauge started
> rapidly climbing. Eventually, it went to the red line.
>
> When I shut it off, it hadnt been running for more than 15 minutes. I
> popped the hood to check the engine. Im sure t wasnt overhewating. i
> could still touch the engine with my hands and it was just a litle
> hot-nothing unusual for runinng like that.
>
> First, how what can it be thats taking my heat away? Its not even
> getting a little warm.
>
> Also, is my engine really overheating, or is it the gauge or something
> else?
>
> Thanks.

I agree with the other posters that told you that it could be a defective
water pump. I once replaced a water pump and it was a lot of work. Since
it is clear from your later post that you have never before replaced a
water pump, I advise you to have a friend help you-that has done it
before-or take it to a mechanic that you trust. If possible, watch the
mechanic so that you can learn how to do it yourself. If you decide to do
the work yourself, you should have a repair manual for your car--you can
buy one at almost any auto store such as NAPA or AutoZone.

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