Fresh water overheat

Started by John G, April 07 2026, 18:55

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John G

Bavaria 30 Volvo  D 1-20. Engine running fine for 2 hours then overheat alarm. Coolant forcing its way out of expansion tank. Clearing very hot. Raw water circuit working normally with water exiting the exhaust and exhaust temperature sensor (i fitted) normal. Any help gratefully received

SYJetzt

Maybe one or more of the following issues:
Not enough raw water flow, raw water circuit partially blocked,
impeller ripped,
filter clogged .
Thermostat not working.
Head gasket blown.

Diverphil1

as sy posted but add to check exhaust elbow, a pinhole in the raw water to exhaust manifold would let exh pressure into the system. before it gets bad enough for your coolant to escape.