Step | Action | Value | Yes | No | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Check for an incorrect or faulty radiator filler cap. Was an incorrect cap installed, or is the cap faulty? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 3 | ||||||||
2 | Replace the filler cap. Is there still a coolant loss? | 103 kPa (15 psi) | Go to Step 3 | System OK | ||||||||
3 | Check for a leaking coolant recovery reservoir or reservoir hose. Is the coolant recovery reservoir leaking, or is the reservoir hose leaking? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 | ||||||||
4 | Replace the reservoir or the hose. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement . Is there still a loss of coolant? | -- | Go to Step 5 | System OK | ||||||||
5 | Check for any loose or damaged radiator hoses and connections. Are any radiator hoses loose or damaged? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 7 | ||||||||
6 | Re-seat the hoses and clamps. If necessary, replace the hoses and the clamps. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement as required. Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | Go to Step 7 | System OK | ||||||||
7 | Check for a water pump gasket leak. Is there a leak at the water pump gasket? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9 | ||||||||
8 | Replace the water pump gasket. Refer to Water Pump Replacement . Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | Go to Step 9 | System OK | ||||||||
9 | Check for a seal leak at the water pump. Is there a leak at the water pump seal? | -- | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 11 | ||||||||
10 | Replace the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement . Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | Go to Step 11 | System OK | ||||||||
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Are the cylinder head bolts tightened to the proper specification? | -- | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | ||||||||
12 | Tighten the cylinder head bolts to the proper specification. If necessary, replace the cylinder head gasket. Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | Go to Step 13 | System OK | ||||||||
13 | Check for any coolant leaks at the radiator. Does the radiator have any leaks? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 15 | ||||||||
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Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | Go to Step 15 | System OK | ||||||||
15 | Check the following for leaks:
Are any leaks occurring at any of these places? | -- | Go to Step 16 | System OK | ||||||||
16 | Make the necessary repairs or replace the components as necessary in order to repair the leak. Is there still a coolant loss? | -- | -- | System OK |
