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Posted on Jul 14, 2008

I HAVE A 2000, Ford Ranger XLT 3.0 liter, the engine has a tendacy to over heat when under MILD strain, such as going up a short steep grade... I have replaced the thremostat, Fan clutch seems to be operating properly, Hoses & Radiator have no noticiable leaks, no detectable leaks of any kind... solutions?

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Your water pump might be going out. That's the most likely scenario.

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