radiator leak

1997 CHEVROLET CHEYENNE
183,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROCCO
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just replaced my radiator in my 97 chevy 1500 pickup and now i have a leak dripping down behind the belt? what should i do ?
Jan 20, 2011 at 11:01 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Make sure none of the hoses are leaking (heater hose or upper radiator hose). If they are not leaking, chances are the water pump is leaking. There is a small weep hole under the waterpump that coolant will leak from if the seal or bearing is bad. Check that for evidence of a leak.
Mar 10, 2011 at 11:27 AM
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