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Old Jun 14, 2007 | 02:47 PM
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I've been smelling coolant for the last several weeks but carpet was dry. and no obvious leaks I could see. Now it appears that the "water valve" is leaking. Has anyone had to replace this part? Ecklers has it for $124 anybody know anywhere else it is available? any info or input on this would be appreciated.

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Old Jun 14, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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Don't know what it is ??
Mine leaked at the thermostat oring and then the water pump front plate oring. I could smell it on hot days but couldn't see it. Had to get a pressure tester to find it.
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Don't know what it is ??
Mine leaked at the thermostat oring and then the water pump front plate oring. I could smell it on hot days but couldn't see it. Had to get a pressure tester to find it.
Its called Hot Water Control Valve, a vacuum operated valve on the pasenger side right before the fire wall
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