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Is there a likely culprit for a coolant leak in this area?

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Old 04-27-2012, 11:55 AM
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Is there a likely culprit for a coolant leak in this area?
We noticed a small leak collecting in the pan below the radiator & fan.

I get a "check coolant level" every 3-4 weeks, but it doesn't take much at all to top it off.

Is there a part known to fail in this area?

'99 E320, 113,000 miles. I am original owner.

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I guess if you want piece of mind, have it pressure tested!!
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I guess if you want piece of mind, have it pressure tested!!
I suppose that makes sense

... but it also takes the fun/challenge out of solving the problem
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Originally Posted by nsolot
I suppose that makes sense

... but it also takes the fun/challenge out of solving the problem
Not if you buy your own pressure tester. I got the mityvac kit with all of the adapters for $50. Is there coolant on the lower hose?
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Originally Posted by dsmith
Is there coolant on the lower hose?
I hope so!

Just got home from a party tonight, so the only thing I know 100% for sure, is that there is a bunch of Ethanol running through my lower hose
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