Leaking coolant, near thermostat, help?

James92LS · 02-10-05, 05:39 PM

So I changed the thermostat on my fiancee's Legend a few weeks back. Since then she has had a coolant leak. I've double checked the thermostat housing and I'm 99% sure it isn't coming from there. Hotstartup said to double check the lower radiator hose where it connects to the thermostat housing, which I'm going to check next time....

My question is, is there anything else near the thermostat that I could have knocked loose while changing it out? The coolant appears to be dripping just below where the thermostat is, but the bottom of the thermostat is dry, so I think it is ok.

Thanks for the help.

-James

Legend93 · 02-10-05, 06:08 PM

There is also a rubber gasket between the thermostat and waterpump. This gasket is supposed to be replaced if the two parts ever gets separated.

James92LS · 02-11-05, 03:13 AM

Yes, I replaced the gasket that goes in the housing with the thermostat - but I can't take out the waterpump to replace that huge seal.

Although in that picture I see the two copper connections coming out of the water pump - is it possible one of these could be loose?

-James

02-10-05, 05:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
James92LS Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 645 Car 1: 1992 LS Sedan iTrader: (0)	Leaking coolant, near thermostat, help? So I changed the thermostat on my fiancee's Legend a few weeks back. Since then she has had a coolant leak. I've double checked the thermostat housing and I'm 99% sure it isn't coming from there. Hotstartup said to double check the lower radiator hose where it connects to the thermostat housing, which I'm going to check next time.... My question is, is there anything else near the thermostat that I could have knocked loose while changing it out? The coolant appears to be dripping just below where the thermostat is, but the bottom of the thermostat is dry, so I think it is ok. Thanks for the help. -James

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes	Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode	Rate This Thread:

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
EXPERT HELP NEEDED--regarding cooling system!!!	drk9ght	Second Generation Legend (1991-1995)	17	08-02-05 05:32 AM
Headgasket -- permanent fix?	SLICK40	Second Generation Legend (1991-1995)	30	10-14-04 02:06 PM
Coolant Importance	Danny	Second Generation Legend (1991-1995)	0	12-24-03 02:36 PM
Honda Coolant!!!!	Phireant	Second Generation Legend (1991-1995)	3	09-30-03 02:48 PM
Why you should use Honda Brand Antifreeze	Avarice	DIYs	3	02-28-03 08:36 AM

Remove Advertisements Sponsored Links
The Acura Legend & Acura RL Forum Advertisement

02-10-05, 06:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
Legend93 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bay Area Posts: 182 Car 1: 1993 Tan Sedan L iTrader: (0)	There is also a rubber gasket between the thermostat and waterpump. This gasket is supposed to be replaced if the two parts ever gets separated.

02-11-05, 03:13 AM	#3 (permalink)
James92LS Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Seattle Posts: 645 Car 1: 1992 LS Sedan iTrader: (0)	Yes, I replaced the gasket that goes in the housing with the thermostat - but I can't take out the waterpump to replace that huge seal. Although in that picture I see the two copper connections coming out of the water pump - is it possible one of these could be loose? -James

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)