1997 Other Mitsubishi Models Antifreeze Leaking

1997 MITSUBISHI
125,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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AMBERINGLE
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My car keeps overheating and I can fill it with antifreeze and then a day later it is completly out also my heat is not working properly and I think there is a leak around the timing belt and the water pump. My vehicle is a 1997 Mitsubishi Mirage LS Coupe 2dr. Can you tell me what part may need to be replaced or fixed to stop this leak. Is it a major or minor problem.
Dec 14, 2008 at 6:36 AM
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JAMES W.
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The most common cause of a coolant leak in that area is the water pump itself. A radiator pressure test on a full radiator can confirm this.
Dec 14, 2008 at 7:50 AM
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