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• Ford Fiesta 1.4 2008 - Coolant leak Mk6 (late 08) Fiesta 20 Nov 2018 (Forum)
  Evening all, hopefully someone on here will have had this problem, there's a very slight coolant leak on my 08 Fiesta, not losing that much but it is noticeable on a weekly check, dropping by about 10mm or so from the Max line. This did happen a little while ago and it was leaking
• Ford Ka - Performance/economy and coolant level. 15 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  For years my son has claimed the performance and fuel economy of his 05 Ka significantly worsens when the level in the coolant reservoir drops below the minimum (even though it's not empty). Although not pretending to be smart enough to understand this, I can't see any reason why
• Mazda MX5 2003 - Correct Coolant Fluid 24 Feb 2014 (Forum)
  HJ's car review states that the MX5 (2005-) needs a special coolant fluid. My 2003 Miata is an 1.8L automatic and I'm assuming that the same rule applies. I have, without luck, tried to find out what is the specification of this special fluid. Apart from Google I also bought a copy
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  Vauxhall Vectra heater blowing out cold air 13 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The heater on my X-Reg Vauxhall Vectra blows out cold air, I have changed the thermostat and bled and flushed the coolant system.
• Volkswagen Golf IV (1998 - 2004) - 00 1.9 TDI 115 strange coolant behaviour?!! 15 Oct 2012 (Forum)
  Strange this is... my TDI golf flashed a warning to stop and check coolant. the engine temp was near the 130 mark. pulled over and put the heater on max and the fan too to try and help cool the car. looking under the bonnet at the expansion tank and it was full to bursting! (checked regually
• Citroen C5 (2001 - 2008) - 03 2.0 Coolant sensor question 28 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Hi, I've been wondering about this for some time and having tried various googles haven't come up with an answer. When my C5 (engine code DW10ATED) had it's diagnostic codes read it came up with a coolant sensor fault. I think it was 'P1116 Engine Coolant sensor out of range'. So my question
• Vectra 1.8 Sri 2006 - Need to buy a coolant level sensor 17 Dec 2018 (Forum)
  Hi everyone, I need to buy a new expansion bottle coolant level sensor but not sure which one to buy??? Local parts shop had one but it didn’t fit, now saying to find the part number??? How can I find out which one I need??!
• nissan micra 1986 k10 - possible coolant temp sensor problem 5 Jul 2015 (Forum)
  i have a nissan micra 1986 k10 starts ok but when warms up approx 3 mins revs drop then stalls will not start till engine cools have been told this is a famous problem and to replace the coolant temp sensor is this true and if so where do i find said sensor in the engine compartment
• nissan micra 1986 k10 - possible coolant temp sensor problem 5 Jul 2015 (Forum)
  problem and to replace the coolant temp sensor is this true and if so where do i find said sensor in the engine compartment
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 03 1.4 leak on coolant tank 27 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  hi , ive a slight leak from a hairline crack just on the water level line on the coolant tank , and i,m finding it hard to get anything to stick to this type of plastic that will cope with the heat and presure tried hot melt glue .. areldite ..superglue can anyone recomend something
• SEAT Ibiza III - Coolant Leak 5 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  I've a 2006 Seat Ibiza Stylance, 1390CC Petrol, 5DR, Manual which has a slow coolant leak. Loses about 750ml after a 3 or 4 short runs 3-4 miles or after a long run > 30 miles. Can't see any puddles or any visible wet patches. It's done about 45,000 miles. Any suggestions
• merc 160cdi - Merc A class 160cdi coolant change 11 Aug 2010 (Forum)
  is there a drain plug on the radiator or the block somewhere? Please don't say i need a fangle dangle tool only merc supply to drain the coolant.!!
• VW Golf Coolant Oil Specs and Suppliers 5 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  I have a 2004 2.0l FSI Golf and need to order some coolant and LONG LIFE oil. I'd like to get it on line, if I can, to save trekking to a dealer. Does anybody know: a) Who sells it on line b) what grades i need - I do not have the handbook handy and have forgotten the specs. Many thanks
• Saxo coolant loss 14 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  Wife's Saxo diesel needs topping up with coolant now and again. I cannot see any evidence of where it might be dripping from underneath the car, but at the back of the radiator the top corner has grown a bit of a blue fur coat. Am I right in thinking this is anti-freeze and this is where
• Omega B coolant temp fan wiring 5 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  It's so hot these days. I'm planning to modify the coolant temperature fan circuit on my '97 Omega-B MV6 to prevent heat stroke. Hope you would provide the wiring diagrams for reference. Any copy or data would be appreciated. Or you can tell me where to find these information on internet. thank
• MG MGF (1995 - 2002) - 98 Coolant Problems 30 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  Having a problem with an "S" reg MGF When the engine is warm and you're idling in traffic, the coolant is being forced out of the expansion chamber. The car isn't overheating because the it doesn't feel too hot and the fan isn't coming on. Rover say that it needs a new engine
• Coolant leak onto alternator 26 Apr 2002 (Forum)
  I got caught in a traffic jam on the A19 this morning. After an hour or so of stop start driving I noticed steam coming from under the bonnet. Pulled over and discovered one of my hoses has a pin hole leak. The leak was spraying onto the engine causing the steam. The coolant was also spraying over
• Inhibitor in car coolant systems. 15 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  Is there anything for, or against, putting (central heating) inhibitor in car cooling systems (of various ages)? This a result of the CH "sludge" thread.
• Peugeot 306DT high coolant pressure 10 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  I currently drive a 1994 Pug 306 1.9 Turbo Diesel with 149k on the clock and over the last month or so I've been experiencing coolant loss through excessive pressure. There is pressure in the system even 2 hours after finishing a long journey as when i remove the pressure cap there is a huge gush
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  Ford Puma heater problem 13 Aug 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've replaced the HCV on my puma as it was only blowing out hot air. It worked fine once I'd finished (ran for around 5-10 mins, aircon working fine too)....