Hello, is there any updates on the DIY to do this job? Maybe an advice? My pipe has a little crack that will need attention in the future. Thank you

 

There was too much involved. Took it to the dealer. Only had the tube and serpentine belt replaced. Read where other members had other parts replaced. Good luck.

 

Happy to find this information posted as I have the same issue. Took the car out after the winter storage and found coolant the next day. My question is do I need to trailer it or can I top off the coolant and drive it. Thanks

 

I'd top it off. Run it. See how bad it leaks. If it gushing or at a great rate, I'd flatbed it. If it's an occasional drip, I don't see the harm. Good luck.

 

@waldo34 It could be an optical illusion, but just to be safe...

Take a look at those bolts to ensure they are actually torqued down correctly. If you zoom into your image it looks like you can see a gap between the head of the bolt and the hose mounting flange.

 

For the most part I'm a dealer guy; I find a senior guy and exclusively use him for the work and I've always had good luck with this approach whether in NJ or now in Naples!!

 

this evening I tighten the lower bolt. Not that is was loose but I was able to give it a turn. Ran the car long enough for engine to get hot enough for the oil check. After turning it off nothing leaked out. At this point I am feel pretty good about the 30 min drive to the shop. Leaving town for a week. I'll report back when I get back. I do wish I would have had time to run the car a bit longer.

 

Your first post injected much good information , including that parking for long periods can likely accelerate breakdown. Going foreword, I’m going to look for every opportunity to drive mine in the cold weather months.

I’m sorry that you encountered this problem on your new 997. Mike

 

Drove car first time in a while. Found this the next morning . Seems to be consistent problem coming out after long idle. Will try tightening the bolt.