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  Why doesn't Europe Assistance Cover cover coolant leaks? 10 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Please warn motorists that Europe Assistance Cover does not cover coolant and fluid problems. I broke down in France and had full Europe Assistance Cover....
• Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDI Sport 2003 reg, - Audible Coolant Alarm/Flashing Red Light. 9 Sep 2010 (Forum)
  She has owned the car for 6 years without  this problem, therefore we are doubting that the coolant level issue is the correct diagnosis, also the coolant level never alters. We are of the opinion that the fault lies in the dashboard somewhere and the buzzer is really getting to her.
• Diesel Coolant Use 2 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  Is it normal for diesels to use/lose a little water over a period of time? Thinking of the higher compression etc...
• Any - Coolant changes 15 Nov 2015 (Forum)
  My Pug 207 diesel (1.6 HDi) is approaching its 8th birthday, and as advised in the maker's handbook, it still runs with the original engine coolant, which is still clear blue in the reservoir - though it is now just about at the MIN mark when cold. Would this also happen in a light-alloy block?  I'm a bit surprised that there has been no discolouration in a steel one.
• Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 02 1.8 TDCi Coolant Leak diagnosis? 7 Mar 2009 (Forum)
  Got a coolant loss/leak on my Focus, so immediate thought, at 160k, is water pump - which fortunately aren't expensive - do any other parts need to be changed at the same time (belts) ? Any other causes other than pump?
• Toledo 1.9TDI coolant change 23 Oct 2006 (Forum)
  Can one of our more mechanically minded members give me an idea how easy it is to change the coolant on this engine? I don't think there are any bleed screws, so is just a case of draining the rad, flushing, and filling up? Does the block also need draining? I will probably use a flushing agent too, is there a recommended one?
• Ford Fiesta 2001 Freestyle - Coolant leaking 24 Sep 2017 (Forum)
  Good Evening, I am hoping for some advise on a leak i have on my Fiesta. I have filled up the coolant twice this week and it seems to keep on emptying. There is a puddle of liquid under the engine on the road each morning i leave to go to work with the coolant tank empty. After doing a google search it may be thermostat housing that is the issue.
• MINI One - Coolant Leak Issue 14 Jun 2014 (Forum)
  I purchased a 57 plate 1.4 Mini One two weeks ago and yesterday, driving on the M5 the oil warning light came on and the car cut out immediately with a smell of burning from the engine.  When the AA turned up, the man indicated that the coolant level had gone below the coolant sensor which made the engine overheat with a possibility of engine damage.  The dealer said that he had serviced the car before I picked it up and that everything was alright.
• Mazda 6 - Coolant & brake fluid change 20 Jul 2012 (Forum)
  Hi, I wonder why some garages (independent, not main dealers) quote something like £45-65 for brake fluid change, £60-80 for coolant change where some others just add around £10-20 or so for both? The one that came with recommendations quoted £87 (inc vat)  for coolant change and when I questioned the price they said this was because they do a proper flush etc.
• Does oil in the coolant always mean HGF? 12 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  Does oil in the coolant always mean headgasket failure? I've noticed light brown gunge floating in the coolant of my Rover 100, it's also in the filler cap and the top of the expansion tank. I immediatley thought the headgasket had gone so I did a compression test, all 4 cylinders came in around 200psi (yes, I did press the reset button!)
• Vauxhall Omega MV6 coolant leak? 20 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  I have an Omega MV6 2000 new face lift model, just bought it. The computer complains about two things: Coolant Level - when its fine, toped up to the level for cold, been like that for two weeks, has NOT gone down any. Washer Level - this again has been toped up to the full. And works. What I dont understand is why the dumb computer still thinks that the washer and coolant level's are both low?
• Vauxhall Omega MV6 coolant leak?? 19 Aug 2002 (Forum)
  I have an Omega MV6 2000 new face lift model, just bought it. The computer complains about two things: Coolant Level - when its fine, toped up to the level for cold, been like that for two weeks, has NOT gone down any. Washer Level - this again has been toped up to the full. And works. What I dont understand is why the dumb computer still thinks that the washer and coolant level's are both low?
• Coolant questions 22 Jun 2006 (Forum)
  Any views on the wisdom of using antifreeze undiluted? And is hard water really bad for cooling systems or not worth worrying about?
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  Mk4 Fiesta 1.3l petrol overheating 24 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 1.3l Ford Fiesta (2000) petrol that has an overheating problem. Heres a bit of background: Had a major coolant leak through a dodgy drain...
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  BMW 3 Series coolant loss - a know issue? 20 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a 2013 BMW 320d, generally a great car. Now at 32k miles I have noticed the coolant has fallen below the min level (2k miles after its...
• Rover 25 - recommend good water coolant / loss sealer 9 Sep 2017 (Forum)
  Any one recommend a good water sealer as having to top up engine coolant every two weeks and not doing more than 250 miles in total during that time. Not wanting to use any water sealent / stop leak that can cause further problems and cause unnecessary water blockages.
• Coolant (the costly manufacturer produced stuff) 20 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  Mrs RickyBoy's newish Fiesta needs its coolant topping-up. We have at least half-a-litre of Renault's own-brand leftover from her last Clio which was bought in the past 12-months. Is there any danger in pouring Renault pre-mixed stuff into a Ford or should one really stick to the respective manufacturer recommended liquids?
• BMW 5-Series E34 - coolant flush 23 Apr 2010 (Forum)
  Hello,   Please could someone give me advice on how to do a coolant flust on my BMW Ive had several different bits of advice but im totally confused. My car has a radiator mounted expansion tank. I just want to know if its a simple job to do and how to do it   Thanks
• Ford Escort (1993 - 2000) - 98 1.6 coolant hoses 7 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  I am still on the original set of coolant hoses & although they appear to be in good condition I think it is about time they were changed. As some of them are in an awkward possition for access I would like a few tips on the easiest way to go about it.
• Honda - Deauville motorbike. 03 - Brown dirty coolant 19 Jan 2009 (Forum)
  I have a deauville motorcycle 650cc. When I changed the coolant it came out as dirty: it was brown in colour. Is this something to worry about or not? It has covered 24000 miles, and it is an ex transport police bike. I am not too sure about its history as it came with no service history.