Disappearing coolant redux: well, it appears this was a false alarm. I've been driving the car more frequently over the last couple of days, and the coolant level hasn't dropped.

In fact, two days ago I went grocery shopping, and when I arrived at the store, I checked the coolant to see that it was much lower! This was after driving for 4 miles, with a semi-warmed up engine. So the coolant level should actually have been higher than when cold. So that looked bad , but after I had driven the car home and checked the level again, the level was okay again!

So it seems to me (as Tom suggested) that maybe there is still a small air pocket in the system. At least I don't seem to lose coolant anymore!

 

i might suggest the block testing kit from napa - about 40 bucks. very easy test to see if there are exhaust gasses in your coolant. might put this whole thing behind you and give you peace of mind.

 

washington,

Thanks, I'll check that out!

Gary.

 

How's the oil cooler seal?