Hi,

My 1995 C220 developed a small leak from the Radiator. I have taken a pic from top elevation.

Can any 1 advice me where the leak from?


Kind Regards

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Due to construction of most newer radiators repair can be futile! You would be better off getting a new radiator & flushing the cooling system....that should be done every 2-3 years (flushing the cooling system).

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If you are not 100% sure that the radiator itself is leaking I would pressure test it with the engine cold.

Thanks

What does the pressure tester look like?
I hope its a hose rather than the Radiator.
I like to unbolt the radiator to view other side of Radiator, to see if it leak from there?

It certainly could be the hose. First make sure that the clamp in the picture is tight, but don't overtighten it.

However, if that radiator is original and the system hasn't been flushed enough, you're probably due for one.

If you are lucky, than it could be from the radiator drain valve. Its located at the bottom of the radiator in the area of the leak. Maybe its just not closed properly. You can see it when looking under the car.

Phil

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