1995 Ford Explorer Heater control valve

220,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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DESPERADO61
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My radiator is losing coolant and I've noticed my heater control valve to be dripping. I'm running my heater and seem to have to re-fill my radiator with a couple quarts every 2-3 days. Is this my only problem? I replaced my thermostat and heater core last year. Heater control valve was replaced 2-3 years ago. Water seems to be recirculating otherwise. Will replacing the control valve solve this problem or might I have other issues?
Dec 3, 2008 at 2:09 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Replace the faulty valve and then have a pressure test done to check for any other external coolant leaks.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 3, 2008 at 5:09 PM
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