Cooling System - Apparent Water Pump Leaks

GENERAL

Section Title: Engine
TSB No. TS 06 03296

Division: Automotive
Category: Technical

SUBJECT:
WATER PUMP LEAK

MODEL(S):
ALL

YEAR:
ALL

CONDITION:
Signs of coolant leakage at water pump weep hole.

CAUSE:
During break in, some coolant will pass through the seal and leave green and white deposits around and below the weep hole.





CORRECTION:
If these deposits of coolant are found around the weep hole do not replace the water pump.

If these deposits of coolant are found and coolant is visibly leaking from the weep hole enough to drip on to the ground, replace the water pump.





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