Why won't my engine go over 2500RPM, except in park?And why is it overheating?

Asked by Clark Aug 29, 2008 at 07:41 PM about the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Water pump is leaking, inspected yesterday to see how bad it was, then after letting car cool, opened radiator cap to check coolant levels, and some air was let in or out, and after that the engine started to raise in temperature. I don't know if replacing the water pump will fix that or if it is another problem

3 Answers

Kevin answered 15 years ago

Well it could be 3 possible things. #1 is that your head gasket could be gone. #2 is that your thermostat may be stuck and not opening to allow coolant to cycle. #3 is that water pump is not cycling fluid.The pressure in the radiator is normal becauce its a closed loop system. Usually pressure builds up to 15psi.

Mark helpful
5

Marshall answered 15 years ago

I had the same problem on a '97 blazer. My catalytic convertor was stopped up... sounds like that may be your problem as well.

Mark helpful
5

Michael answered 15 years ago

you could of gotten air into the system. try replacing the thermostat and draining and refilling the coolant with the motor running cold. this should help ensure no air gets in

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

Camaro

Looking for a Used Camaro in your area?

CarGurus has 9,251 nationwide Camaro listings starting at $4,000.

ZIP:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1997 Chevrolet Camaro

Write a car review

Review another car

Shortcuts

Search Chevrolet Camaro Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    2,210
  • #2
    C. Thomas
    Reputation
    2,190
  • #3
    GuruRZRMY
    Reputation
    1,590
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Ford Mustang
908 Great Deals out of 22,970 listings starting at $783
Used Chevrolet Corvette
705 Great Deals out of 12,265 listings starting at $3,200
Used Ford F-150
6,043 Great Deals out of 131,894 listings starting at $900
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
2,572 Great Deals out of 49,983 listings starting at $750
Used BMW 3 Series
1,097 Great Deals out of 12,886 listings starting at $999
Used BMW M3
55 Great Deals out of 1,100 listings starting at $13,950
Used GMC Sierra 1500
1,848 Great Deals out of 66,606 listings starting at $1,000
Used Honda Accord
1,493 Great Deals out of 29,449 listings starting at $500

Used Cars for Sale

2024 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale
5 Great Deals out of 1,350 listings starting at $29,995
2023 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale
55 Great Deals out of 937 listings starting at $22,783
2022 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale
50 Great Deals out of 512 listings starting at $20,999
2021 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale
45 Great Deals out of 465 listings starting at $19,999
2020 Chevrolet Camaro For Sale
27 Great Deals out of 418 listings starting at $13,995

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.