Metal shavings in radiator???

Asked by Acadia_107599 Sep 08, 2012 at 09:26 PM about the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer ES

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Metal shavings in radiator. temp guage goes up and down when it wants. remains at around 180
degrees carx doesnt know whats wrong with it said maybe water pump. but that maybe is $550.00
that i dont want to waste

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Rubie answered 11 years ago

You probably would be better off going to a Mitsubishi dealership and having a certified mechanic check this out. They would be best able to pinpoint the problem and offer possible solutions. The sooner the better too, so the problem doesn't get worse.

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