Can a head gasket cause a coolant bubble?
If the head gasket was breached and exhaust gas were getting into the coolant and causing an air bubble to appear in the coolant, the chemical test would almost certainly catch it. Unless the coolant was continually being replaced in large quantities, which might dilute the coolant enough to fool the chemical test.
Can a chemical test detect a head gasket problem?
The chemical test doesn’t rule out a head gasket problem completely, but it seems unlikely at this point. If the head gasket was breached and exhaust gas were getting into the coolant and causing an air bubble to appear in the coolant, the chemical test would almost certainly catch it.
What happens if you have a head gasket leak?
You actually do have a head gasket leak. Suggest you test the coolant with a chemical test. When exhaust gas gets into the coolant it contains CO2 – and besides producing a lot of gasses in the cooling system – it forms carbonic acid and makes the coolant acidic.
What happens when exhaust gas gets into the coolant?
When exhaust gas gets into the coolant it contains CO2 – and besides producing a lot of gasses in the cooling system – it forms carbonic acid and makes the coolant acidic. The coolant chemical coolant test will show if that is happening. Test kits available at most auto parts stores. There’s something wrong w/your bleeding procedure.
What can I use to seal a radiator leak?
Radiator stop leak and engine block stop leak products can often be used to seal small holes in cooling system components. Using these products is often as simple as pouring them into the radiator and running the engine. Check out our selection of radiator and head gasket sealer options at O’Reilly Auto Parts to simplify your repair.
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