04 Dakota 4.7L coolant leak
my 2004 Dodge Dakota 4.7 L V8 spraying coolant all over the driver side engine compartment after riding around can't find the leak what could cause this thank you in advance
my 2004 Dodge Dakota 4.7 L V8 spraying coolant all over the driver side engine compartment after riding around can't find the leak what could cause this thank you in advance
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Most common place I've seen are the heater hoses, or a split at the coolant filler neck, where the radiator cap is. Go rent a pressure tester from an auto parts store near you. It allows you to pressurize the system without the distractions of heat, noise and moving parts. Pump it up to 21 psi and wait. If you don't see the leak from up top, get under it.
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my 2004 Dodge Dakota 4.7 L V8 spraying coolant all over the driver side engine compartment after riding around can't find the leak what could cause this thank you in advance
Originally Posted by Paul Rahman
04 Dakota 4.7L coolant leakmy 2004 Dodge Dakota 4.7 L V8 spraying coolant all over the driver side engine compartment after riding around can't find the leak what could cause this thank you in advance
Grab the fan blade and wiggle. The fan, not your bottom.
If there's any slop in the shaft, you have a worn out water pump. As it leaks, it's being blown by the fan. Usually, it's all over the engine but if the leak is on the drivers side, that's where it will spray. If there isn't any slop, then you may have a slip in the side of the tank or a failing hose leaking and about to let go.