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Radiator cap? coolant leak

Originally Posted by RadioFlyer It's just the hose clamp. Spring clamps get weak over time. Clean off the area, and replace the spring clamps with worm screw clamps. Then see

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Old 07-23-2016, 01:21 PM   #12 (permalink)
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It's just the hose clamp. Spring clamps get weak over time. Clean off the area, and replace the spring clamps with worm screw clamps. Then see if it continues to leak. You should be able to get a pack of 4 clamps for $2. I'd do that instead of bringing it back to the dealer. Who knows what they will charge you for.

Remember - only work on your cooling system with the car cold (obviously).
Spring clamps can get weak but usually it's the rubber that gets worn causing less clamping force. But yes you can get it tighter with a worm screw clamp. Just do not over tighten otherwise months later you end up with a cut hose. Good idea to use a spring style 1/4 drive screw driver when tightening a worm style, this will prevent over tightening.
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