I was wondering, do I need a cap on my expansion tank for the radiator?
Feb 16, 2023 at 12:30 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,
Because the radiator cap is the pressure release cap, in theory, the reservoir is only used as a holding tank. So, in theory, it isn't needed other than to prevent coolant from splashing out. However, I would recommend having one.