Coolant leak

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MobilS13
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Car= S13 w/ SR20DET

Problem= Recently engine has developed a coolant leak, under intake manifold. With limited time and visibility to check for leak's location I do not think it is the pump, can not see any leaking around pump. Also, the leak only happens while driving, if just idling no leak. I am wondering if this would indicate the line to the turbo is leaking?


jem003
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MobilS13 wrote:Car= S13 w/ SR20DET

Problem= Recently engine has developed a coolant leak, under intake manifold. With limited time and visibility to check for leak's location I do not think it is the pump, can not see any leaking around pump. Also, the leak only happens while driving, if just idling no leak. I am wondering if this would indicate the line to the turbo is leaking?

that water pump failure, or a cracked coolant reservoir. Visit your mechanic a mechanic can detect a slow or small coolant leak by pressurizing the cooling system.

346ci
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1992 Chevy S10 4X4
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I'm don't have any experience with the SR20DET motor but I thought the turbo's only means of cooling was engine oil?

Jem is right, a mechanic will have a pressure tester that will help pin point the leak. Your local auto parts store might have one also if you want to wrench yourself.


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