I did the chemical test, 3 times at different times, it was negative, each time the results were the same as in the vid. Also there is no misfire on any cylinder showing up with an OBD2 only code was for O2 sensor running lean, engine idles perfect. No bubbles in coolant either. No smoke. I have a 1998 Ford Taurus 3.0 Vulcan engine U VIN.
New water pump, new thermostat. 185 temp.
New expansion tank cap 16 psi
No combustion gases nor bubbles in the expansion tank per test.
No cylinder miss.
Mechanic says hoses are good
Radiator circulating and system flushed.
Fans work
Rusty water still even after flush. This is the 3rd time it's been flushed.
Only code showing is O2 sensor... Lean.
After the engine reaches operating temperature and is driven for a few miles, the temperature begins to climb over normal range.
I never let it get beyond a hair over normal range.
Shut off engine the expansion tank steams and pops cap dumping engine coolant on ground.
I saw the TSB on this.
How do I know if a coolant bypass kit has been installed and is there any other reason this may happen? No mixing of oil and water. No vapor out the tailpipe.
Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 AT 1:20 PM