Hi I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta and it is overheating all I ...


Hi I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta and it is overheating all I can see is the the ac pump is not turning could this be the problem?. Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the [coolant](/topics-coolant-ford/)? Have you checked f...

Hi I have a 2010 Ford Fiesta and it is overheating all I can see is the the ac pump is not turning could this be the problem?. Mechanic's Assistant: Have you checked the [coolant](/topics-coolant-ford/)? Have you checked for a leak in the cooling system? I’ve topped the coolant up twice and it still disappears when driving as far as I know there are no leaks in the system all I know is the ac pump is not turning Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Fiesta yourself? What have you tried so far? I’m just trying to find out the cause I can turn the ac pump by hand and it run for a little while and the stops Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I just need to find out if the pump not working is causing the coolant to disappear in steam

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My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will be able to assist you. I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with your vehicle. Don’t worry though, we’ll be able to figure this out. Thank you for taking the time to let us help you out with this problem and hopefully we can sort it out quickly. Please understand that I do not know your knowledge or capabilities so I may need to ask questions to find out basic information to help solve your specific problem. Sometimes it may take a moment for me to respond because I may have to look up information about your concern. I appreciate your patience and will provide responses as soon as possible. No the compressor would not cause overheating if it's not turning. If you keep having to add coolant then you have a leak somewhere. If the coolant is low then the [engine](/topics-engine-ford/) will overheat. You'll need to pressure test the cooling system to see where it's leaking. You can then repair the leak. My goal is to give you the best service possible and to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know. If I’m not online at the time, I will respond ASAP when I get back. You can ask unlimited questions to any of the 12,000 Experts! From doctors, lawyers, tech support, contractors, tutors, auto and boat mechanics, appliance technicians, veterinarians, accountants, appraisers, psychologists, engineers, heavy machinery masters, dream interpreters, and more, we've got you covered, 24/7.

I said that the ac pump is not turning and making a clicking noise the engine ticks over ok but when you drive the car after a while the coolant disappears.No thanks I’ll take it to a garage thanks anyway.
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I understand. I replied to you earlier. Here it is again: No the compressor would not cause overheating if it's not turning. If you keep having to add coolant then you have a leak somewhere. If the coolant is low then the engine will overheat. You'll need to pressure test the cooling system to see where it's leaking. You can then repair the leak.

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