Thread: Defender 99 TD5 coolant loss

Its looks like the coolant loss problem has been rectified with a new header tank cap. I notice the top hose is now pressurised though with a little effort it can be compressed.
Thanks for the reply's.
Kalbarri here I come

You might want to check your coolant for exhaust gases. There is a test kit that can detect CO in the reservior that your mechanic might have. If your system is pressurising it may be a sign of your headgasket leaking. I'd get if checked sooner rather than later. I just had a 5k repair bill for the headgasket and injectors that the mechanic somehow stuffed.

Originally Posted by Graz

I can now see why the previous owner sold it.

So far complete clutch and flywheel ASSY, injection harness, unopenable rear door and head light switch, all within 10000 k's.

Cheers

Yep ... When buying a car this should always be a start point ... "Now why are they selling it ?"

How many times have you heard someone say "Trade the car in" because it needs money spent on it

Glad to hear that it was a easy repair .... But take the time to do the CO test as XSiV suggested .... as this will give prior warning of whats to come before it gets expensive

Enjoy Kalbarri ....

Mike