Potential Coolant Issue
#1
Potential Coolant Issue
I filled my coolant up about a week ago after getting a low coolant warning, and right before I went out for a drive yesterday, I checked and the levels were below the minumum. The water pump was replaced recently, but I'm wondering if maybe the coolant pipes/tubes need to be replaced as well to make sure it's not leaking. I haven't smelled any coolant in the cabin, but I'd rather tackle the issue before it's a big problem if possible. What parts would I need to purchase for this type of fix?
#2
You don't see any leak do you? If not, I think there is still "air" in the coolant system. Continue to fill the coolant regularly until the air in the system disappears. The bleeding wasn't done correctly after water pump was replaced.
The best coolant fluid level is in between the FULL & MIN mark. Do not fill it to the FULL level mark. Fill coolant when engine is cold.
The best coolant fluid level is in between the FULL & MIN mark. Do not fill it to the FULL level mark. Fill coolant when engine is cold.
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#3
You don't see any leak do you? If not, I think there is still "air" in the coolant system. Continue to fill the coolant regularly until the air in the system disappears. The bleeding wasn't done correctly after water pump was replaced.
The best coolant fluid level is in between the FULL & MIN mark. Do not fill it to the FULL level mark. Fill coolant when engine is cold.
The best coolant fluid level is in between the FULL & MIN mark. Do not fill it to the FULL level mark. Fill coolant when engine is cold.
#4
Correction
Got in the car to leave after work, and upon starting the engine heard what sounded like water/liquid running. There is a pretty high pitched squeal that I while I was driving it back. Parked it, popped the hood, and it looked as if the coolant level was almost low again. I’m concerned on the level of severity of the issue. The closest dealer is not very close, so hopefully my local mechanic can make the necessary repairs, pending how major they are or could be.
#5
Update
Good news, my local mechanic can make the repairs, I just have to purchase the parts myself. I'm not really too savy on car parts or cars to know exactly what I'm needing... Fit for Jaguar Land Rover Cooling System Replace Upgrade Kit 3.0L V6 Engine New | eBay I checked out some of these coolant pipe kits on ebay that seem to fit my make/model. I was wanting to potentially get the aluminum pipes that I've seen some people mention in the forum. Would this kit be all that I need, or is there anything else I'd need to purchase? This option is about 1/4 the cost of what the dealer quoted me so I'd much explore the local repairs than trying to get my car up to the dealer (about a 2 1/2-3 hour drive in any direction to the nearest Jag Dealer.
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