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Fault Finding
CHART D1—Coolant loss
Cause
Remedy
Incorrect coolant level.
Check the level.
Coolant leaking from engine radiator.
Visually inspect the radiator hoses and connections to locate the
leak.
If oil is present in the coolant, check for an engine oil cooler leak.
External engine coolant leak.
Visually inspect the engine and components for seal, gasket or
hose connection leaks. Make sure all hose clips are in good
condition and torqued to the recommended figure.
Overheating or compression gasses leaking,
resulting in loss through the radiator
overflow.
Refer to
Chart D2.
Lubricating oil cooler leak.
Check/replace the oil cooler. Look for coolant in the oil.
Cylinder head gasket leak.
Check/replace the head gasket.
Cylinder head cracked or porous.
Check/replace the head.
Cylinder block coolant passages leaking.
Check/replace the cylinder block.