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YOUR RESEARCHLoss of Coolant

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cracked coolant tank

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The cap was the latest one, but it turned out to be a cracked coolant tank.
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Check cap

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Is it good practice to check the cap and replace it to an 04 part no if it is an 01 02, even if it hasnt given any problems in 5+ years.
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Check earlier

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I did not notice any obvious signs of leakage in the engine compartment when I checked earlier.
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Install earlier

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
New one installed earlier today !
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Check cap

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Is it good practice to check the cap and replace it to an 04 part no if it is an 01 02, even if it hasnt given any problems in 5+ years.
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Check coolan tank cap later

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I will check the coolan tank cap later.
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Check cap

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Is it good practice to check the cap and replace it to an 04 part no if it is an 01 02, even if it hasnt given any problems in 5+ years.
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Check coolan tank cap later

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Suggestion · Original poster
I will check the coolan tank cap later.
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Check coolant tank cap

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First off, check the coolant tank cap.
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Check earlier

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
I did not notice any obvious signs of leakage in the engine compartment when I checked earlier.
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Install earlier

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
New one installed earlier today !
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Replace though

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If I did get a leak, it would be the first thing I'd change though.
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Use adage "if it ain't broke, don't try

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I use the old adage "If it ain't broke, don't try to fix it".
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cracked coolant tank

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Reported cause · Original poster
The cap was the latest one, but it turned out to be a cracked coolant tank.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I got stuck in traffic for 60 mins this morning due to M40 lane closures, where it was very stop / start. The temperature did get a little higher than normal (edging towards 90 degrees), but then settled back down once I was on the move again. Anyway, shortly after getting through the traffic jam, the coolant level warning light started to flash. I had managed to lose 1.5 litres of coolant, but it is not obvious where this has leaked from. The level was fine yesterday when I did the usual checks. Could sitting in the stationary traffic for so long be a contributory factor to this issue. Any suggestions most welcome.

POST 2Original post

It shouldn't do that. First off, check the coolant tank cap. If the part number ends with 00 or 01, change it for the latest type (04). While you are there, look for traces of coolant on the engine compartment under the coolant tank. The tanks often split or pin-hole round the back where you can't see it.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks Richard. I will check the coolan tank cap later. I did not notice any obvious signs of leakage in the engine compartment when I checked earlier.

POST 4 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Correct again Richard. The cap was the latest one, but it turned out to be a cracked coolant tank. New one installed earlier today ! Thanks

POST 5Original post

Is it good practice to check the cap and replace it to an 04 part no if it is an 01 02, even if it hasnt given any problems in 5+ years. Phil

POST 6Original post

I'll hold my hand up and say that I still have an 00 cap on mine! It doesn't leak, so I haven't worried about changing it. I use the old adage "If it ain't broke, don't try to fix it". If I did get a leak, it would be the first thing I'd change though.

POST 7Original post

Thanks Richard my thought as well, just thought i would get a second view on it.

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