Is there a coolant leak in my Sierra?
Is there a coolant leak in my Sierra?
Lately my ’97 Sierra has developed a coolant leak. It’s never anything much, a few drops on the driveway here and there, but nevertheless annoying. The overflow tank is just about empty, so I’m definately loosing some. The engine temperature never reaches over 200 (I don’t drive too far), but I can smell the coolant after I’ve shut the engine off.
Is there a problem with coolant leaking from intake gaskets?
This problem has been a gold mine for GM and the auto repair industry. Although GM has been aware of this problem ‘since Christopher Columbus proved the world was round’, they haven’t done much to correct it (other than to deflect blame onto the owner of the vehicle for supposedly using the wrong type of coolant).
Where to look for a coolant leak in a Chevy?
This heater hose that goes to the intake manifold (inlet) looks like it had a leak before and was glued by the shop that the previous owner brought it to. As you can see, the hose connection is broken, and yes, it is wet with coolant.
What causes coolant to leak on GM Vortec Spider?
One of the most common problems on the GM Vortec ‘Spider’ 4.3L, 5.0L, and 5.7L engines is coolant leaking from the intake manifold gaskets.
Lately my ’97 Sierra has developed a coolant leak. It’s never anything much, a few drops on the driveway here and there, but nevertheless annoying. The overflow tank is just about empty, so I’m definately loosing some. The engine temperature never reaches over 200 (I don’t drive too far), but I can smell the coolant after I’ve shut the engine off.
This problem has been a gold mine for GM and the auto repair industry. Although GM has been aware of this problem ‘since Christopher Columbus proved the world was round’, they haven’t done much to correct it (other than to deflect blame onto the owner of the vehicle for supposedly using the wrong type of coolant).
What do you need to know about a 1988 k1500?
You require accurate information to find and fix the fault right away. Use our 1988 K1500 wiring diagram and other schematics as guides while you’re troubleshooting the problem or determining what you need to buy. And best of all, you’re already in the right place to find the electrical components to complete the job.
This heater hose that goes to the intake manifold (inlet) looks like it had a leak before and was glued by the shop that the previous owner brought it to. As you can see, the hose connection is broken, and yes, it is wet with coolant.
