i have a 97 ford tauras i have only had it for 3 months last night it got down to 30 dregrees when i got home tonight water is leaking i am sure it has some antifrezze in it even if it is old would it have gotten cold enought to frezze or do i just need to change the water pump? it there a certain way to change the coolant?
2006-11-02 16:39:20 · 5 answers · asked by talonmcl 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
first you have to determine WHERE it's leaking from. It could be a hose, the thermostat, the radiator, the core.
have the system flushed and refilled by a shop; it's quicker and painless.
2006-11-02 16:42:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it water or anifreeze you are leaking?
First find out where its leaking. It didn't get cold enough to freeze anything. Before you rule it to be the water pump. It could be something simple like a hole in a hose, or loose or cracked hose.
If you need to drain the coolant there usually is a valve at the bottem of the radiator.
2006-11-03 00:57:21 · answer #2 · answered by The Dude 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ford Tauras?man
2006-11-03 01:29:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where is it leaking? Before you tackle a water pump you should check hoses. They are easier to replace and cheaper. Don't forget heater hoses and heater valves.
There is a drain valve at the bottom of your radiator. Drain out your old coolant and start fresh. Normally a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water will give you good protection, but you can check to see if it's adequate for where you live.
2006-11-03 00:54:12 · answer #4 · answered by Warren D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first you have to find the leak it could be a gasket or something
2006-11-03 00:46:01 · answer #5 · answered by ck 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋