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987.1 Boxster Coolant Leak Troubleshooting Tips

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Might also check the coolant temp sensor as I had a small leak and it was the simple seal or o-ring on that part that caused my leak.
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Might also check the coolant temp sensor as I had a small leak and it was the simple seal or o-ring on that part that caused my leak.
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POST 1Original post

Boxster started leaking coolant. Did a vacuum test and it did not hold a vacuum. I took a look at the water pump which seems to be the common issue with coolant leaks but it was dry. Looking for pointers on where next I should look to identify the leak.

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Check the cap and the unions of the long pipes underneath it.

POST 3Original post

UV dye in the coolant and a GOOD UV flashlight....take on your next hotel trip for fun and adventure.....

POST 4Original post

You should pressurize the cooling system to see where it is leaking from, you can 'rent' (leave a deposit..) a cooling pressure tester at Autozone

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Might also check the coolant temp sensor as I had a small leak and it was the simple seal or o-ring on that part that caused my leak. Just replaced only the seal as the temp sensor was operating correctly!

POST 6Original post

Appreciate the suggestions! Coolant levels seem stable over the last few spirited drives. Will get some UV dye to troubleshoot.

POST 7Original post

I learned that trick from my land Rover days. If you ever forgot where you parked it you just got down wind and you could smell the antifreeze.

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