Just tried cheapest one, new rad cap, nothing changed. I'll try an have a look taking thermostat out completely. Thanks for all the suggestions guys!

As DC posted - Dodgy/clogged Radiator ? Or perhaps a weak Water Pump ? - I don't know if the pumps give probs on this engine but they certainly do on other makes. Sorry for posting to each of you separately. Not exactly sure how to use this forum on phone. Is it something I could have a look at mys...

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Sat Feb 15, 2020 9:44 pm

Is the radiator fan working? What's the rad itself like?

Radiator kicks in when it should add far as I can tell. Rad was tested and apparently it's fine, but my local friendly mechanic is fed up with me now, so is there anything I can check myself to see if it is actually okay?

Hi, I have problem with my 2007 2.0 petrol Grand Vitara. After 30-60 of driving it tends to either go hot or even overheat. It's usually accompanied by cold air out of the blower. Now, I had it checked by mechanic, he changed thermostat, pressure test it, did combustion sniff test. Flushed the coola...

Hi All,

Just wanted to say hello.
My name is Miles, I am a not so proud owner of very problematic Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 petrol 2007.

I'm sure your will be hearing a bit from me and hopefully with your suggestion I will get Suzi to mint condition so we can both enjoy each other company