Coolant leak by bottom radiator hose

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Jul 10, 2014 | 10:02 PM

TuPapi22

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Coolant leak by bottom radiator hose

I have a leak by my bottom radiator hose on my jeep i just replaced upper and lower hoses what can the problem be?

Jul 10, 2014 | 10:17 PM

Solomon7

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That would be your water pump going. Look at the bottom of the pump housing and there is a weep hole that'll start to "weep" coolant as an indicator of seal failure. You'll see the tell tale white stuff under the pump when it dries.
Easy 1 hour job and about 60 bucks tops.

Jul 10, 2014 | 10:39 PM

XJC1

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Or you simply didn't clamp it correctly

Jul 10, 2014 | 11:36 PM

RTorrez1

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Originally Posted by TuPapi22

I have a leak by my bottom radiator hose on my jeep i just replaced upper and lower hoses what can the problem be?

Did you check the bottom hose?

Jul 11, 2014 | 08:38 AM

JackJare9455

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this question is best answered by sticking your head under your jeep and looking upwards... we can tell you all day what it COULD be..

I suggest a flashlight.. and an inspection mirror..