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Old 18 May 2008, 10:58 AM
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hi guys iv got a problem with my car its leaking water its coming from the left hand side by the wheel arch the water level is dropping but the temperature gage is fine in the car, i cant see no split pipes,does anyone know what it could be, thanks guys
Old 18 May 2008, 05:11 PM
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On the radiator, I cant remember if its the top or bottom connection, but where the rubber hose connects to the radiator, they sometimes have a crack on the underside, try that and see what you find.
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ok thanks mate il have a look, one other thing it only leaks water after a blast,but when i take it easy nothing leaks,thanks again
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Could be the header tank or plastic sides on the radiator, these are prone to leaks and the seams splitting. Also could be the actual header tank cap, just had to change this myself for the very same reason.
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Originally Posted by "Taylor"
Could be the header tank or plastic sides on the radiator, these are prone to leaks and the seams splitting. Also could be the actual header tank cap, just had to change this myself for the very same reason.
ok thanks mate il have a look at that too,thanks for the help,




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