Coolant small through HVAC
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Coolant small through HVAC
I drive a 2010 XK 5.0 with about 65,000 miles. Beginning last week I can smell antifreeze through the vents while driving. The smell seems to get stronger after driving the car hard/at high RPMs. However, there's no obvious visual signs of coolant under the car or in the engine bay nor is there any steam from under the hood. The coolant level in the tank isn't low and the coolant isn't noticeably discolored. What else should I check? How concerned should I be?
Last edited by tractioninc; 04-24-2019 at 12:40 PM. Reason: typo
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When was the water pump replaced? If you don't know, you're probably due soon. I suggest that you have your cooling system pressure tested for leaks, as rubber hoses deteriorate over time. A slow leak can come from many places. If your car overheats, stop immediately, shut off the engine and don't drive it since that will cause catastrophic internal engine damage.
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Thanks for suggesting a pressure test. It's super frustrating that these cars don't have a temperature gauge.
On these engines, what sort of symptoms should I be on the lookout for that might indicate a failed or failing water pump? What other maintenance should be done when replacing the pump?
Thanks!
On these engines, what sort of symptoms should I be on the lookout for that might indicate a failed or failing water pump? What other maintenance should be done when replacing the pump?
Thanks!
#5
Thanks for suggesting a pressure test. It's super frustrating that these cars don't have a temperature gauge.
On these engines, what sort of symptoms should I be on the lookout for that might indicate a failed or failing water pump? What other maintenance should be done when replacing the pump?
Thanks!
On these engines, what sort of symptoms should I be on the lookout for that might indicate a failed or failing water pump? What other maintenance should be done when replacing the pump?
Thanks!
Check out this thread if you're going to replace the pump. You want the most recent iteration.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...number-207147/
Also, follow Canadcat's advice and get an OBD II adapter and have Torque Pro set up on your phone. You can see the coolant temp but more importantly, you can set temp alarms. If they have a Klaxon setting, use it. If you follow this thread, you can also set up the App to read the oil temp and trans temp.
https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...p-more-213503/
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