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Dec 3, 2006 | 11:20 PM

broncobuster7

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antifreeze leak

What will cause antifreeze to leak inside the cab on passenger side? Heater core has been replaced.

Dec 4, 2006 | 04:19 AM

srercrcr

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Sounds like it needs to be done again.

Dec 4, 2006 | 08:35 AM

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Also, if you just replaced it, double check the 2 hoses you reconnected ti the heater core tubes. If they leak there, the cooland can run down the heater core tubes and into the cab.

Dec 4, 2006 | 08:37 AM

Sycostang67

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Check the hose connections under the hood too. The coolant can run along the tube into the heater core case. It is possible you could have blown the new one too. I have to replace the core in my wifes 79 Capri every year. At least it only takes 20 minutes and the core is free under warranty.

Dec 5, 2006 | 11:36 PM

broncobuster7

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Thanks guys for the advice. I checked the hoses to the core and retightened them and I haven't seen a leak yet. Plus I think some of what I thought was leakage was the remaining that was left over inside the core casing. You all have been a big help.

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