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Don’t have heat and car overheating. I’ve replaced thermostat and didn’t fix it. Radiator is hot only on one side and hoses are not firm. Thanks
When you say it went from C to H I assume you mean the temperature gauge went from cold to hot. That means the engine is overheating. If you see fluid on the engine, then that sounds like you have an antifreeze leak. That would most likely be from a blown or leaking hose. If the engine was too hot, the computer would prevent it from starting.
Let it cool down then see if it starts. If it does, look around the top of the engine for which hose is leaking and have it replaced.
If the fluid is gas- you would definitely smell it, then that will also cause the engine to not start if the leak is bad. Get that looked at by a mechanic right away as this is a fire hazard.
The engine light blinking means that the engine has a misfire that is bad enough to cause catalytic converter damage. So the car needs to get fixed as soon as possible to avoid that high cost part replacement.
Most misfires upon acceleration happen because of an ignition problem. Like a bad spark plug, spark plug wire or ignition coil. Start with a complete tune up.
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