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1999 Volkswagen Jetta Repair Question


Topics covered: Coolant, Oil pan, Water pump.
Mileage: 170 miles.

Asked on February 18, 2012

Fast Coolant Leak From Behind Pulley

Replied on February 19, 2012

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Tiny Answered by exovcds
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Replied on February 20, 2012

Thanks. This leak though leaks weather the car is running or not. Its a slow drip with the car off, and a very fast drip with it running. So fast that the coolant resevior will empty out in ten minutes.
Regardless, im going to have it diagnosed to know for sure.

Tiny Response from TyAzz
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Replied on February 20, 2012

Yes, have it looked at and post back your finding!

Tiny Answered by exovcds
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Replied on February 21, 2012

For about $12 you can buy a one month subscription to the same reference material we use here.
http://www.2carpros.com/articles/mitchell1eautorepair-car-repair-manuals

Or, you can go to Autozone, Pep Boys, or one like them and buy a Chilton's or Haynes manual and do the work yourself. And tools you need can be rented or borrowed from the same stores. You can save more than $100 doing it yourself.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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Replied on March 1, 2012

It was the water pump leaking. If I could do it myself it woulda cost $170 for water pump, thermostat, and timing stuff. Since I couldn't, $700. Thanks for the help guys. Ima get to posting my next problem with this car.

Tiny Response from TyAzz
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Replied on March 2, 2012

Glad we were able to be of help. Glad it's fixed now.

Tiny Answered by rivermikerat (expert)
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