Where does the coolant go in a sprinter?
This heat exchanger has two sets of internal galleries, one for engine coolant and the other for engine oil. This provides conductive cooling of the engine oil shifting its heat to the circulating cooling water system.
Why is the coolant leaking from my Dodge Ram?
Do not neglect having the radiator flushed at the regular interval. The radiator fluid has rust inhibitors that will eventually break down over time, and as a result, things such as the freeze plugs will rust out and cause a leak.
What causes an oil leak in a sprinter?
Depending on the severity of the leak, this can be anything from small trace amounts of oil appearing in the water or as in our case, huge oil migration.
What to do if your coolant is leaking in your car?
Figure 3. A cooling system pressure tester is inexpensive and will help you pinpoint the source of your leak. If you still cannot find the source of the leak even after these tests, it’s time to start digging into the engine. A common cause of leakage that is almost never found.
This heat exchanger has two sets of internal galleries, one for engine coolant and the other for engine oil. This provides conductive cooling of the engine oil shifting its heat to the circulating cooling water system.
Depending on the severity of the leak, this can be anything from small trace amounts of oil appearing in the water or as in our case, huge oil migration.
Do not neglect having the radiator flushed at the regular interval. The radiator fluid has rust inhibitors that will eventually break down over time, and as a result, things such as the freeze plugs will rust out and cause a leak.
What happens if coolant leaks from the bottom of the engine?
Your vehicle’s head gasket seals the space between its cylinder head and engine block. If the head gasket fails, coolant, and engine oil may mix. You may also notice that coolant is leaking from the bottom of the engine and dripping onto the ground. Either way, a blown head gasket can be disastrous for your engine.