raj wrote:
> Hi,
> I have a 1996 honda accord LX with 93000 miles and I observed over
> heating problem with the car. The engine over heats when stuck in slow
> moving traffic but its all fine when i start moving. I mean If I am
> caught in a traffic jam I see that engine over heats. I went to the
> mechanic and he says I have to replace thermostat and radiator (due to
> some leak) the radiator was replaced last year. Can you please provide
> me some suggestions. Any help is highly appreciated.
> Thanks,
> Raj

Check for proper fan operation first. A one year old radiator should
still be ok. The stat seems to be working. Otherwise it would be hot
moving too.. Sounds like the fan is not coming on when it should.
MK