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Leak around coolant sensor on header tank
Posted: 17 Mar 2010, 19:10
by Stefvan
Hi I have coolant leaking around the sensor on the header tank, of my JX 1.6TD, what should I replace for the most reliable repair ?
tia
Stefvan
Re: Leak around coolant sensor on header tank
Posted: 17 Mar 2010, 19:42
by simony
have you tried tightening it up or are you sure its not coming from the cap and running down
Re: Leak around coolant sensor on header tank
Posted: 17 Mar 2010, 20:36
by R0B
these do go brittle and develop cracks over time.best replace it and the rubber sealing ring.baxter sells them..
http://www.brickwerks.co.uk/index.php?o ... 0&Itemid=6
Re: Leak around coolant sensor on header tank
Posted: 19 Mar 2010, 20:45
by Stefvan
I tried to nip it up tight and it fell apart - have replaced with a new one from VW, all good so far.
Stefvan