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When a coolant container is part of a pressurized system can the cap be removed while the engin is hot?
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∙ 2009-11-16 03:03:40
Which cap ? The radiator cap or the coolant top up expansion container.
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∙ 2009-11-16 03:03:40
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How do you build a pressurized system for a container system?
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Higher pressure raises the boiling temperature of the coolant.
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What is the problem when your car keeps running hot and you have replaced the water pump and thermostat?
ALSO, Keep in mind that your coolant system is designed to be pressurized. When it is under pressure the coolant can work very efficiently to keep your engine at operating temp. If you have a small leak, even a pinhole (or head gasket leak etc.) your engine will easyily overheat because the "boiling temperature" of the coolant is significantly decreased when its not pressurized. For example when the coolant is pressurized it can withstand about 270 degrees, but when not pressurized it can maybe withstand 230 degrees.
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Are their bleeder valves on a 1999 Chevy Astro Van for the coolant?
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Where do you put the DEXTRON fluid in a 2004 Malabu?
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