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I have no pressure in my radiator after it has warmed up what could be causing this to happen?
This could be caused by a leak in the cooling system, a malfunctioning radiator cap, a blocked radiator, or a failing water pump. It's important to have the system diagnosed and repaired by a mechanic to prevent overheating and engine damage.
Why should you replace the radiator cap?
You should replace the radiator cap if it is leaking coolant, not sealing properly, or showing signs of damage. A faulty radiator cap can lead to issues like overheating, coolant loss, or air entering the cooling system, which can cause damage to your engine. Regularly inspecting and replacing the radiator cap can help prevent these problems and maintain the efficiency of your cooling system.
What happen when a radiator cap does not retain the pressure?
When a radiator cap does not retain pressure, the coolant can boil at a lower temperature, leading to overheating of the engine. This can cause damage to engine components and potentially result in a breakdown. It is important to replace a faulty radiator cap to prevent these issues.
Why does the coolant boil in the surge tank but the temp gauge don't go to hot on a 1994 Chevy Caprice?
It could be that the radiator cap is not able to maintain pressure. Check the radiator cap for cracks or any other damage. Replace if necessary. DO NOT remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
Is the recovery tank cap the same as the radiator cap or does the radiator have a separate cap underneath the housing?
If you have a threaded cap on your coolant reservoir that is your " radiator cap "
Does 98 ford contour have a radiator cap on radiator?
No , the " radiator " cap / pressure cap is the thread on cap on the engine coolant reservoir
1999 ford expedition radiator cap?
The radiator cap is on top of the radiator.
What causes the raditor the bubble up not the head gasket?
Air bubbles in the radiator can be caused by a variety of issues such as a leaking radiator cap, a coolant leak, or a faulty water pump leading to air pockets in the cooling system. It's important to fix these issues promptly to prevent overheating and potential damage to the engine.
Why are you getting moisture around your radiator cap?
Moisture around the radiator cap could indicate a leaking or damaged cap that is not sealing properly. This can lead to a loss of coolant and potential overheating of the engine. It is important to address this issue promptly to prevent any damage to the engine.
Where is the radiator cap located that leads directly to the radiator. I am not referring to the add-coolant cap on the plastic reservoir or Add tank?
A lot of vehicles don't have the radiator cap on the radiator , they use a thread on style cap on the engine coolant reservoir ( that is the pressure cap / radiator cap )
2007 suzuki forenza where is the radiator cap?
the radiator cap is on top of the radiator you idiots
Does the 2001ford Taurus have a radiator cap?
The thread on cap on the engine coolant reservoir is the pressure cap / radiator cap
