2003 Rover 45 COOLANT LEAK

2003 ROVER 45
49,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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CHRIS SENDALL
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Hi,I have a problem with my rover 45 1.8 saloon.I seem to have to make frequent top ups of coolant in the expansion tank,not a great deal but it is using water.The car does run well no loss of power does not overheat,it does seem to rattle a little bit in the mornings then runs smooth after a mile.I have replaced the expansion tank it did have a bit of gunge in and smelt a bit charcoley.I have had a new expansion cap oil change coolant reflush and new theomostat and housing and check all coolant hoses.The car still leaks water but runs and starts fine,I have have a block test done on the car for suspect head gasket failure but it passed,Pleased could anyone help.
May 11, 2009 at 3:59 PM
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DAVE H
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have a chemical test carried out ... to check the headgasket it may just be starting to leak !!
May 20, 2009 at 6:00 AM
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