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In a liquid-cooled engine whose coolant pump is belt-driven, which fault may reduce coolant circulation and cause overheating?

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A loose or broken pump belt.

A loose or broken pump drive belt may prevent proper operation and cause overheating. Other possible causes include coolant loss, blockage or thermostat faults. Follow manufacturer instructions for a temperature warning and do not open a hot pressurised cooling circuit. Not every engine uses a belt-driven pump.

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