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Hello,
I own a 03 Civic LX 1.7L and I noticed that I have a coolant leak. I first removed a splash shield under the front bumper to see the bottom of the radiator. I noticed that there is coolant (yellow fluid) at the joint between the aluminum and the plastic part of the radiator (see pictures). Then I looked at the radiator from the top (behind the fans) and noticed that at the bottom it seem like the coolant is coming out of the radiator (see pictures). It is a common failiure? What happen exactly? Is there small perforations? Is the replacement of the radiator the only way to solve the problem?
Thanks for your help!
best regards,
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Failure of the plastic to metal joint or O ring is common enough for these style radiators.
A replacement is most likely the most cost effective for this.Rockauto.com lists radiators for $ 42 – $ 78 + freight .
I would replace the radiator ASAP + new coolant .
You mess around and overheat the engine and that amount will look like chicken feed compared to what the engine repair will coast . And you will still have to replace the radiator , to boot !
Best of luck . 🙂
Wyr
God blessPS Also check all the hoses & maybe replace the thermostat too . Preventative maintenance .
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