Mitsubishi Repair: Bleeding the cooling system, replacing a radiator, upper radiator hose


Question
My daughter's 96 Eclipse, (2.0/non-turbo,manual) is overheating after replacing a radiator hose. It can't idle in traffic without getting hot. Also, while cornering, the temp. gauge reading jumps up and down erratically. I suspect that there is air trapped in the system. I know that there is a bleeder valve but the repair manual I have doesn't mention it or explain the procedure for bleeding.
Can you help me?  

Answer
Kris,
There is no bleeder valve that I'm aware of, but it's easy enough to "burp" the system.  With the engine completely cooled, remove the radiator cap.  Start the car and allow it to heat up to normal operating temperature.  While it's heating up, gently squeeze the upper radiator hose to get all the bubbles out.  You most likely will spill some coolant out, so be ready with some rags.
Good luck!