When you or your mechanic are under the hood for an oil change or to refill window washer fluid, etc., have a quick look at all the hoses. A radiator hose doesn't need to be replaced until it starts to show signs of wear or flaking, or when it become brittle, which means it will split soon. Radiator hoses are replaced as needed, rather than on a schedule of mileage.
The radiator will need to be replaced. Sometimes, it may seem that the radiator itself is leaking but it could be the radiator "hose" that is leaking. In this case, the radiator hose needs to be replaced and clamped tightly.
Replace the hose or use a splice kit for a temporary repair.
A leak in a coolant system can usually be fixed by replacing a hose. If the leak is at the end of the hose, a new clamp might be necessary. If the radiator is leaking, the radiator might need to be replaced.
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First, you must find out WHERE it's leaking. If it's a radiator hose or heater hose, replace the hose. If it's a water pump leak, replace the water pump. If it's a leaking radiator, take it to a radiator shop and have the radiator replaced or repaired. If it's a freeze plug, head gasket or other leak, you'll need more serious repairs.
The thermostat is located in the upper radiator hose. The radiator hose will need to be removed to get to the thermostat.
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In order to flush the radiator you will need to remove the lower tray to access the hose. Unscrew the drain plug attached to the hose and let the radiator drain.
It is under the housing that the upper radiator hose hooks to on the engine.It is under the housing that the upper radiator hose hooks to on the engine.
Look closely at the radiator. Check the bottom corner of the radiator that is opposite of the lower radiator hose. If there is no drain plug or petcock, then the coolant will need to be drained by removing the lower radiator hose.
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