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1995 Ford F-450 Repair Question


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Asked on June 11, 2010

1995 Ford F-450 Antifreeze

Engine Cooling problem
1995 Ford F-450 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 155,00 miles

What are the probable causes of a leak of antifreeze? I fill the resevoir and within a week it's empty. I'm pretty sure the resevoir is ok. What else could it be?
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Replied on June 11, 2010

busted engine block, cracked head gasket and/or head, faulty radiator hose(s), failing water pump, busted radiator etc.... check engine oil to see if it looks like coolant is mixing into it. also check for visible signs of leaks i.e. smoking out exhaust or wet spots in engine compartment.

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