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Coolant leak

  • 13-05-2014 1:55pm
    #1
    rossit
    Registered Users Posts: 1,126 ✭✭✭


    i have a grand vitra and have noticed coolant level dropping a very small amount .there is a damp mark on the engine about half way under a alminium guard(please forvive my lack of knowledge) anyone have any ideas . thanks guys


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  • #2
    rossit
    Registered Users Posts: 1,126 ✭✭✭rossit


    anyone sorry for the sketchie info


  • #3
    visual
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,268 ✭✭✭visual


    Leak can be difficult to find

    look for damp patch on radiator, hoses
    remember coolant drips down

    sometimes the coolant only leaks when it is up to tempture and under pressure. That makes it more difficult to stick you head in engine bay with spinning belts and fans.

    A good garage will have a presure pump and add a dye to the coolant to allow them track a leak down easier.

    I didn't have such equipment looking for a leak on my jeep took me weeks to discover it was the radiator and that only happened because leak got worse and it became more obvious.


  • #4
    rossit
    Registered Users Posts: 1,126 ✭✭✭rossit


    thanks loads for your help ill keep a eye out this is a great thread


  • #5
    visual
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,268 ✭✭✭visual


    Don't be tempted in to using any of those stop leak products. Apart from being a waste of money they often do more harm than good.

    Keep eye on your coolant level and temperature. carry a bottle of water in boot
    if your stuck you can top up with just water.
    If your adding coolant make sure its the correct one for the car as there is different types.

    The most common areas for leaks is at hose connections, water pump and thermostat housing. The radiator can also leak usually at the seams


  • #6
    rossit
    Registered Users Posts: 1,126 ✭✭✭rossit


    i think it might be coming from the thermo. housing thank loads for your help top man .


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  • #7
    rossit
    Registered Users Posts: 1,126 ✭✭✭rossit


    any idea how much changing the water pump and cam belt would be


  • #8
    visual
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3,268 ✭✭✭visual


    I DIY and buy parts from either micksgarage.com or local motor factors

    entering in your reg number on web site would give you price of parts for your car.

    The expensive part will be labour. Best to get estimate from local independent mechanics


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