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• I had a crack in my thermostat housing, which was causing a coolant leak. I had this fixed, but my temperature gauge is beginning to read 'hot' again. I had this fixed, but my temperature gauge is beginning to read 'hot' again.

If the thermostat was not installed correctly, the housing cancrack but it would leak engine coolant not oil.

That can be caused by a cracked engine block, a cracked head, or a leaking head gasket. Replace the thermostat housing, stop that leak and see what happens next! Yes it can, if the car overheats as a result of a cracked thermostat housing the rings will go bad. When that happens the oil will pass through the tail pipe.

What causes coolant leaks on 96 grand marquis?

A crack near or on the thermostat housing can cause a coolant leak in a 1996 Grand Marquis. The thermostat housing is located near the manifold on this vehicle.

Can a leak in the Thermostat housing in a 2006 Dodge Stratus cause the vehicle to overheat?

Any coolant leak can cause an overheat. Any coolant leak can cause an overheat.

Would a bad thermostat cause coolant to leak from the TOP of the thermostat housing in a 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis?

The plastic intake manifold on these cars often cracks near the thermostat housing as well. Also check the front of the intake manifold just behind the alternator for leaks. See more info here... http://www.autoclinix.com/Manifold.htm If the thermostat is stuck closed, it is possible that the water would back up and leak through the thermostat gasket. however, it would also make your engine overheat. If your engine is not overheating, then the leak is probably coming…

Can a faulty BMW 2001 325ci Thermostat cause coolant leak?

A faulty thermostat in a 2001 BMW 325CI can cause a coolant leak. The coolant may be leaking out a crack in the thermostat or through a warped edge. In some cases the problem may be just a bad gasket and not actually a problem with the thermostat at all.

Leak around thermostat housing 2004 Cherokee?

The radiator hose is cracked near the clamp; or the clamp is loose; or the thermostat housing gasket is worn.

What is the cause of a coolant leak on top of a 1997 Taurus 3.0 engine?

What Causes A Thermostat Housing To Cracked

If you have coolant on the top of the engine it could be a leaky thermostat housing or a leaking intake gasket.

Why leak on thermostat housing 2001 dodge intrepid?

There's a gasket between the thermostat and the block that you need to replace.

Can a coolant leak from the hose on the thermostat housing cause a misfire?

not normally, unless it was somehow getting the coil packs/distributer (don't know your year) wet and shorting them out.

What would cause coolant to leak around a new thermostat?

* Thermostat housing not secured tightly * Gasket damaged or not put on properly * No gasket sealant(Permatex, etc) applied to gasket * Radiator hose not secured tightly

Why is my 1989 300SE Mercedes Benz is leaking antifreez at a fast rate?

Try to determine the origination of leak i.e. radiator, hose, thermostat housing etc. Try to determine the origination of leak i.e. radiator, hose, thermostat housing etc.

How do you fix an antifreeze leak after replacing thermostat?

if the leak is at the thermostat housing, make sure you installed the gasket and that is torque down to specs.(you may try some silicone,not too much)

How do you stop a leak from around the housing of the thermostat on a 2004 Dodge Intrepid with a 3.7 liter engine?

I'm assuming you mean a 2.7L V6 because Chrysler doesn't put the 3.7L in that car. You've also got to be careful because a leak down there can be misleading. The weep hole for the water pump is right below the thermostat housing, and many times people mistake a leaking water pump for a leaking thermostat. If the leak your referring to is on the top of the engine in the front, that is actually…

What would cause the pipe going from thermostat to radiator to leak?

what kind of 'pipe'? solid metal pipe, or flexible rubber 'pipe'? number one cause is from aged rubber that dries out and cracks. loose hose clamps, wore a hole through it, cracked thermostat housing, etc.

If you replace the thermostat on a 98 Pontiac Sunfire and it still leaks coolant what else could be the problem?

Leaking hose? Defective thermostat housing or bad thermostat gasket? Bad water pump or gasket? Leak in radiator? Leak at heater core? Leak at head gasket? Coolant recovery tank?

Thermostat Housing For Chevy Aveo

Volkswagen jetta 2006 coolant light is on it already got a new water pump and over flow done at dealer and the stupid light is back on anyone no what the prob might be?

It could be the crack (coolant) pipe, or thermostat housing leak. Have something that knows about the engine look for signs of coolant leak. Unless your oil is foaming, then it sounds like a head gasket leak.

Symptoms of cracked engine block?

A cracked engine block can cause different symptoms depending on where the crack is. The coolant could leak into the water or a cylinder. The crack could cause low compression in a cylinder. The crack could also leak coolant into the oil.

What should replacing the thermostat and housing cost on a 1994 Pontiac Sunbird?

I just had my head replaced and cracked my thermo housing when trying to find the leak prior to. The dealer wanted $88.00 for the thermo housing, it is a dealer only part. Thermostat is only about $10.00.

Where is the thermostat located on a 1991 Acura Legend?

The thermostat is just under the throttle assembly at the front of the engine. You will need to remove a black plastic shield in order to access it. Is it difficult to remove and replace? Should that job cost $100? Would a failing thermostat cause the radiator to crack,leak and overheat on my 1991 Acura?

What would cause a leak behind the timing belt cover on a 1997 Honda Accord?

If the leak is oil either an upper or lower oil seal (crankshaft or camshaft). If the leak is antifreeze, freeze out plug or for a four cylinder, potential head gasket, thermostat housing. or possibly the water pump has gone bad

1990 probe Coolant leak front of motor?

sounds like either the thermostat housing or hose connection.

What could cause too much pressure in the radiator of a 98 Lincoln town car?

THE CAUSE COULD BE A STUCK THERMOSTAT , OR A BLOWN HEAD GASKET, OR A LEAK IN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD OR INTAKE MANIFLOD GASKET. A CRACK IN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD IS VERY COMMON.. NORTY

Can a crack in a manifold cause an oil leak?

The answer is yes. A crack in a manifold is much worse than just the oil leak. Manifold cracks are generally caused by severe overheating or improper assembly of parts. A crack in a manifold can cause oil to leak but the oil leak is inconsequential as the crack renders the engine unusable safely, without replacing the manifold. Running an engine with a cracked manifold is very bad for the rest of the engine and…

How do you know if your thermostat on your Nissan 240sx is bad?

your temp guage will sky rocket if its bad, you may even have coolant a coolant leak (comming out of the the housing of the thermostat). replacing it is easy and cheap.

Why does a 94 Saturn leak coolant if its cold?

Loose hose clamp or fitting? Thermostat housing loose? Expands when gets hot

Why is my 1989 ram d150's transmission leaking between the motor and trans at the bottom but still shifts?

A tranmsission leak from the bell housing will require trans removal to know cause of leak. It could be pump gasket, torque converter hub seal, or a cracked housing. A tranmsission leak from the bell housing will require trans removal to know cause of leak. It could be pump gasket, torque converter hub seal, or a cracked housing.

What would cause water to leak out of a 1996 Saturn?

I think you may be referring to coolant leaking from engine? engine coolant or water can leak from any coolant hose or heater hose, waterpump, thermostat housing etc, wurse case the head gasket is leaking coolant externally, need a pro to check it out

What causes a coolant leak in a 1996 Dodge Ram?

can be water pump, radiator, heater core, thermostat housing, hose, or freeze-out plugs

How do you change the thermostat on a 2004 avalanche?

Find and disconnect the upper radiator hose. This will be a hose going from the top of the radiator to the top of the engine block somewhere. The upper radiator hose attaches to the thermostat housing, which is usually secured by 2 or 4 bolts. The thermostat is inside and you will probably need a pick to get it out. Having said that, your thermostat probably isn't the problem if you are overheating. GM motors…

Coolant leak behind thermostat housing 94 Toyota 4 Runner?

The housing retainer bolts are loose or the gasket has deteriorated. If replacing the gasket, use pliable gasket sealant to improve the seal. it could also be the water pump went bad and leaking water down beside the thermostat. the thermostat is part of the water

Coolant leak at thermostat housing on Toyota sr5?

The housing needs to be removed. Check for scratches on the housing or engine. Make sure that all of the old gasket is removed before using gasket sealer to help seal the new gasket.

What is the cause of a coolant leak on top of engine of a 1992 Chevy truck 305 engine?

Could be a problem with the thermostat housing or it's gasket, could be a problem with intake manifold gaskets, could be a problem with heater hoses or the fittings that screw into the manifold.

What can cause a coolant leak for a 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix?

a crack or a hole in the tank. or hose for that matter

How do you replace thermostat in 1998 cadillac deville?

* Drain some coolant into a clean container until the coolant level is below the thermostat housing. * Remove the upper radiator hose connection from the thermostat housing. * Loosen the housing bolts and remove the housing. * Remove the gasket and scrape it carefully from the surface of the housing and the mounting surface on the engine. If the gasket remains on either of the surfaces, there will probably bea coolant leak after reassembly…

Why would a 1997 Chevy cavalier leak coolant?

Leaking radiator radiator hose head gasket water pump Heater core thermostat housing

What gaskets would leak antifreeze on a 5.7 Chevy v8 engine?

check your water pump. As well as your thermostat housing, and any coolant hoses/connections.

What can cause crack block or leak in head gasket in 95 impala SS?

A cracked block or a leak in the head gasket of the 1995 Impala SS can be caused by overheating the motor or even by drastic temperature changes. For example, adding cold water to the motor when an engine is hot can cause the block to crack. Gaskets sometimes leak when worn or when exposed to extreme temperatures.Ê

How do you fix an antifreeze leak on a 2000 Leganza Daewoo?

Depends on where in the cooling system the leak is. Some choices are: -Busted hose Find and replace house -Bad radiator Replace radiator -Leaking thermostat housing Replace thermostat housing and gasket -Failing water pump Replace water pump. While doing this, replace timing belt, tensioner, and idlers, as this is quick task, replace it all while you are in there.

What can cause water leakage around pool filter?

A crack in the tank or a loose fitting could be the root of a leak.

What would cause the power steering fluid leak in a 1995 Chevy blazer?

Several different things will cause a power steering leak. You may have a seal leaking on the pump. The hoses get weak over time and crack. The steering gear has seals that will leak as well.

What is the cause of overheating in a 2004 gmc sierra truck?

it could be the thermostat or it could have a leak in theradiator's hose or radiator

Where is the thermostat located on a 1999 Subaru Legacy?

'right behindn the water pump' Actually, the above answer is wrong. If it is a 2.5 liter engine the thermostat is under the car where the lower radiator hose meets the engine block. Make sure you have a catch basin as you unbolt the plastic housing. Just crack it open as it begins to leak out. Watch it for a while and then begin to unscrew it more until there is a steady flow. When…

What will cause the power steering high pressure line to leak?

The high pressure line is a high pressure hydraulic line. The can leak from the attachments to the fittings. The will leak where the line is damaged Or if it as a very old line they can crack.

Overheating of 1998 Lincoln town car could it be temperature sensor?

Chances are not the temp sensor. It could be a thermostat or a hose that has a leak. And the one you dare not want it to be is a crack head.

Where is the coolant temperature sensor located on a 1987 Chevy Camaro V6?

Look by the thermostat housing its the one closest to the housing. unplug the wire and use a 13/16 socket to remove. NEVER use teflon tape on electrical components as it could upset the ground to the engine and cause damage tothe circuit or new components, it wont leak.

Why does my Rx 7 1987 have a Sporadic Idle?

First check for a vacuum leak in the birds-nest of hoses..........after that, replace your Thermo-sensor on the back side of your thermostat housing.

How do you replace a thermostat for a 1999 Chevy Blazer Or where is it located you have no heat in your vehicle?

We really need to know what type of engine, but if you follow the big hose from the top of the radiator until it runs into a housing that is bolted to the engine, you've found the thermostat housing. On my 2.8 L V6 it's right there front and center. Replacing thermostats is usually pretty easy. Remove the two bolts that hold the housing on, take out the old thermostat, scrape off the old gasket…