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Old 03-25-2005, 08:33 PM
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My car is leaking coolant around the area of the alternator. Im guessing and hoping its the waterpump. Aslo if i have a blown head gasket what signs should i expect. Theres no water in the oil and no coolant in the exhaust. So anyone have any idea what is leaking on my 95 civic EX. Its under and a litte bit to the front of the alternator. And another question. I dont think i can replace it myself if its a waterpump so what price is reasonable from a mechanic for a water pump, timing belt, and tighten the radiator hose clamp????
Old 03-25-2005, 10:28 PM
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Chances are it's the waterpump. How many miles are on the motor and when was it changed?
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Old 03-25-2005, 10:45 PM
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i just bought the car 5000 miles ago and it currently has 106000 miles. I dont think its ever been changes
Old 03-28-2005, 03:04 PM
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300-500$ parts and labor. Get under the car and check the weep hole on the water pump, could be that. Loss in compression, white smoke, coolant in the oil, oil in the coolant. Check to see if there is pressure on the radiator hoses. The radiator hose clamp should be something you can do easily....




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