Coolant leak-996 Turbo
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I had one of the glued-in alloy connector pipes debond itsself and lost all m'coolant.
thread here
Hope it's not this and a simple fix for ya mate.
thread here
Hope it's not this and a simple fix for ya mate.
A thread on Rennlist was started yesterday after some contacted the "National Highway Traffic Safety Administration" to complain about coolant hoses failing / leaking being a common problem and a known issue.
I can't find the quote now but one was from a Porsche North America source saying that they weren't aware of the problem but would look into it. Of course they weren't aware, just like the recent GT3 intake problems!! It was mentioned that the NHTSA were going to launch an official investigation.
Anyway, the thread is now at 25 pages with people listing their failures!!
I'm not holding my breath but lets hope if the sh!t hits the fan then thier might be a recall to get them fixed here.
I hope your problem isn't a biggie.
Cheers,
Martin
I can't find the quote now but one was from a Porsche North America source saying that they weren't aware of the problem but would look into it. Of course they weren't aware, just like the recent GT3 intake problems!! It was mentioned that the NHTSA were going to launch an official investigation.
Anyway, the thread is now at 25 pages with people listing their failures!!
I'm not holding my breath but lets hope if the sh!t hits the fan then thier might be a recall to get them fixed here.
I hope your problem isn't a biggie.
Cheers,
Martin
Take a look at these diagrams. They might help you understand the pipework routes.
http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-parts/996-99-05...
I recently had a coolant leak on the alloy vent return where the pipe had been rubbing against the body work. It took me a long time to track it down as when the engine was hot the coolant was evaporating. It would help if you pressurised the system when it's cold and to get the car on a ramp. The rad cap for a pressure test matches a 1998 VW cap.
As I have previously said on these pages these cars have more connections on the cooling system than the average domestic central heating system.
H
http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-parts/996-99-05...
I recently had a coolant leak on the alloy vent return where the pipe had been rubbing against the body work. It took me a long time to track it down as when the engine was hot the coolant was evaporating. It would help if you pressurised the system when it's cold and to get the car on a ramp. The rad cap for a pressure test matches a 1998 VW cap.
As I have previously said on these pages these cars have more connections on the cooling system than the average domestic central heating system.
H
EvoSlayer said:
As above, there are drain bolts with washers at both sides at the rear, have a look there first, try backing them off slightly and re-tightening first before removing them completely and fitting new ones.
Have a look here...
Cheers Andy C U Sunday buddyHave a look here...
Edited by EvoSlayer on Thursday 2nd May 16:45
Hilux2400 said:
Take a look at these diagrams. They might help you understand the pipework routes.
http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-parts/996-99-05...
I recently had a coolant leak on the alloy vent return where the pipe had been rubbing against the body work. It took me a long time to track it down as when the engine was hot the coolant was evaporating. It would help if you pressurised the system when it's cold and to get the car on a ramp. The rad cap for a pressure test matches a 1998 VW cap.
As I have previously said on these pages these cars have more connections on the cooling system than the average domestic central heating system.
H
Wow might get the local plumber in........... http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-parts/996-99-05...
I recently had a coolant leak on the alloy vent return where the pipe had been rubbing against the body work. It took me a long time to track it down as when the engine was hot the coolant was evaporating. It would help if you pressurised the system when it's cold and to get the car on a ramp. The rad cap for a pressure test matches a 1998 VW cap.
As I have previously said on these pages these cars have more connections on the cooling system than the average domestic central heating system.
H
EvoSlayer said:
As above, there are drain bolts with washers at both sides at the rear, have a look there first, try backing them off slightly and re-tightening first before removing them completely and fitting new ones.
Have a look here...
Looking at this mate its obviously a different issue.Have a look here...
Edited by EvoSlayer on Thursday 2nd May 16:45
Just been for a quick blast and its got worse looks like its coming from all different areas and have lost half the expansion tank contents, suffice to say Sunday might not be happening now
Have you checked the coolant bottle hasn't split or a hose from it ?
check http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/996-turbo-gt2/2...
davek_964 said:
I had coolant leaks when I bought mine which took several months to finally track down and solve.
At one point, I could see coolant dripping from one of those drain bolts, and I was convinced that was the problem - but in fact, it was dripping down from higher up.
Where did you finally track it down to Dave?At one point, I could see coolant dripping from one of those drain bolts, and I was convinced that was the problem - but in fact, it was dripping down from higher up.
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