cjsollicito, it is possible, but it is only one component of the cooling system that can cause this. Here are a few others:
'''Water pump malfunction
Worn or loose drive belt'''
Thermostat stuck closed
Damaged fins
Clogged radiator cooling tube
Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flow
Cooling fan does not operate
High resistance to fan rotation
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud
Improper coolant mixture ratio
Poor coolant quality
Insufficient coolant
Coolant leaks
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing Radiator
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank
Exhaust gas leaks into cooling system.
I would say start with your coolant first and work your way down the trouble shooting list. The attached images show you the location of the thermostat.
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