1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager Espresso 3 3 Liter Engine Petcock Radiator Leaking

1998 CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER
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I have a 1998 Grand Voyager Espresso. 3.3 liter engine. The petcock to the radiator is leaking
. Can someone tell me where it is and can it be replaced or do I need to change the radiator?
Apr 5, 2013 at 11:37 PM
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how do you know it is the petcock if you cant find it??

it is on the bottom of the radiator.

Roy
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:09 AM
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When I brought my car to the my mechanic for some other work to be done, he noticed it was leaking from there. Can it be replaced or do I have to change the radiator?
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:14 AM
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it can be replaced.

roy
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:17 AM
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But does it have to be replaced or can it be fixed?
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:29 AM
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i did not diag the leak, your mechanic did. i am going on your info so i dont know if it has to be replaced or not. no matter what, if you have a leak, it must be fixed.

Roy
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:36 AM
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Let me rephrase this. Is it possible to fix the petcock or not? If not, then obviously I need to replace the radiator. I just want to know if it is possible to fix.
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:47 AM
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as i said before, yes it can be replaced.
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:48 AM
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Thank you!
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:52 AM
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good luck

roy
Apr 6, 2013 at 12:54 AM
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one more quick question a friend of mine would like to know. Does the radiator need to be removed to fix/replace the petcock?
Apr 6, 2013 at 1:56 AM
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The petcock should be on the bottom of the radiator on the driver's side. If it is leaking, chances are the rubber bushing on it is bad. And as mentioned, you can usually repair it or just replace it. As far as removing the radiator, you don't need to. You should be able to access the part if you safely lift the front of the vehicle high enough for you to get under it.
Apr 6, 2013 at 2:06 AM
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Thank you very much
Apr 6, 2013 at 3:06 AM
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Glad to help. Let us know how things go for you.
Apr 7, 2013 at 2:49 AM
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