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11-07-2011, 12:58 PM | #1 |
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04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
It's only got 150K on it For some reason though, on occassion, I'll come outside to a puddle of coolant in the garage. Don't notice it when I leave work, only have setting overnight. It's not all of it, but enough to make me notice.
I also notice the sweet smell when I get out of it during the day too. No moisture around the hoses and I didn't see a pet cock valve to check, but I just did a quick glance. It's right in the middle of the vehicle in the front. Haven't removed the shroud to check the radiator, just thought I'd throw this out there. Also, is there a way to pressure test these things? I didn't see a radiator cap anywhere, just fill it up through the resovoir. Thanks all...
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11-07-2011, 01:24 PM | #2 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Water pump gaskets.....Seen it hundreds of times, Its also happened to both my 04 5.3L engines.
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11-07-2011, 02:04 PM | #3 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Whens the last time you replaced the water pump?
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11-07-2011, 11:34 PM | #4 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Most water pumps on these engines are replaced because of the pump to block gaskets are leaking.
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11-07-2011, 11:34 PM | #5 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Never. Haven't replaced anything on it like that (knock on wood). Didn't even think to check that out. Used to being able to trouble shoot my '86 with a little more ease.
So what kind of job am I looking at replacing this thing?
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
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11-08-2011, 11:51 AM | #7 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Well, the video showed him doing it in about 15 mins so I figure I'll be good
I appreciate the info. Looks like I've got my work cut out for this weekend!!!
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11-12-2011, 01:25 AM | #8 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
Waterpump gaskets are a breeze in these newer trucks.
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05-07-2012, 06:59 AM | #9 |
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Re: 04 burb leaking coolant from somewhere
While your coolant is down take off top hose and put a little tube can of preston fix or Barrs Leak in it and follow instructions. It will stop the leak... IF YOU CAN'TT FIND LEAK....
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