"septicman@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
" <septicman@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in news:9c39c643-
f2d3-4b9b-9ac9-d38d1655fdd6@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> On May 4, 10:49 am, jim beam <spamvor...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>> septic...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
>> > The engine runs flawlessly and gets 45 MPG local driving and 54 MPG
>> > highway.
>>
>> > Every 1,000 miles or so, I need to add about a pint of coolant each
to
>> > the radiator and the reservoir.
>>
>> > Where should one look with these engines for coolant loss sources? I
>> > would especially appreciate suggestions from those who are familiar
>> > with this engine and this year or series.
>>
>> > Thanks in advance !
>>
>> 1. learn to cross-post.
>>
>> 2. check for evidence of leakage in the usual places, hoses, radiator,
>> coolant pump, etc.
>>
>> 3. check for bubbles in the expansion bottle. if yes, it's head
gasket.
>
>
> Are your suggestions 'generic?' If so, I already know how to diagnose
> coolant loss and head gasket leaks. Did you read my post? I am not
> looking for generic advice, I am seeking posts from those particularly
> experienced with 1995 era Civics with the 1.5 who can cite the exact
> locations of coolant leaks observed and discovered. This is the
> purpose of a Honda group, i.e. for those directly involved with Hondas
> to share their experiences with other Honda owners, etc.
If you're looking for a "magic bullet" suggestion, there isn't one. The
'92-'95 Civic and any D-series engine have no special leak locations than
any other Honda model or engine.
The usual suspects are
1) corroded/fractured rad
2) overtightened hose ends (don't forget the little ones!)
3) water pump seal (most common with the use of aftermarket coolant)
4) hose running from rad filler neck to expansion reservoir
5) leaking head gasket
If no drips are apparent on the ground, then you look for deposits on the
block and rad. If none of those are present, then you do a cooling system
UV dye test. If that comes up blank, then you do a combustion chamber
pressure test for bubbles in the rad filler neck.
--
Tegger
The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQ
www.tegger.com/hondafaq/
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