Date: Sun, 14 Dec 2003 20:35:08 +0000 From: Grunff <grunffnopsam.com> Subject: Re: minor coolant leak?
John B wrote: >>Well, it all depends on how much you like doing routine >>maintenance! I would flush both the radiator and block with a >>hose whenevr I drain down. Is it necessary? Depends on the >>condition of your cooling system. >> > > > Ok. Having never done this before, I must ask: how do I dispose of all that > used coolant? Dumping it in the street doesn't seem like a good idea. Some enviro types won't agree with the following - As an ex-chemist, I have a realistic understanding of the dangers of ethylene glycol. Discharging a small amount to your sewer won't do any harm. If you're worried about it contact your local authority and check with them. > It get just short of the red, but it has never actually overheated. The fan > kicks in at that point, and it gradually cools down to normal. Then the fan > goes off, the temperature slowly creeps back up, and the cycle repeats. Turning > on the AC (and thus the other fan) keeps it at normal temperature consistently. Is this while travelling at speed? Either way, your fan is kicking in too late. New fan stat. > Ok, sounds like that would indeed fix things. Do I need to drain the coolant > for that, or can I do it seperately? You'll need to drain about 2-3 litres to do the thermostat. Do it at the same time, it makes sense. -- Grunff