water leak

2000 HOLDEN COMMODORE
230,000 MILES
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RHI2012
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i replaced the radiator a while ago.today there was no water in the radiator so i filled it up and there is a leak,it doesnt feel wet around the water pump nor can i see water leaking from it, the water is dripping from somewhere and landing on the sump,what could it be?
Apr 22, 2012 at 4:36 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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That is a tough one. What to do is get a dye that is designed to go in the radiator. Put it in, run the vehicle, and then you can check for a leak. The dye will glow from where the leak is coming from.
Apr 22, 2012 at 4:54 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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A pressure test should show up any leaks, check the small hose at the back of the inlet manifold, from factory they used plastic adaptors and when they get a old they crack and leak.
Apr 24, 2012 at 1:23 PM