Tegger <tegger@tegger.c0m> wrote in
news:Xns9A96488668007tegger@207.14.116.130:

> "septicman@peoplepc.com" <septicman@peoplepc.com> wrote in
> news:9c39c643-
> f2d3-4b9b-9ac9-d38d1655fdd6@j22g2000...oglegroups.com:
>
>> On May 4, 10:49*am, jim beam <spamvor...@bad.example.net> wrote:
>>> septic...@peoplepc.com wrote:
>>> > The engine runs flawlessly and gets 45 MPG local driving and 54
>>> > MPG highway.
>>>
>>> > Every 1,000 miles or so, I need to add about a pint of coolant
>>> > each to the radiator and the reservoir.
>>>
>>> > Where should one look with these engines for coolant loss sources?
>>> > *I would especially appreciate suggestions from those who are
>>> > familiar with this engine and this year or series.
>>>
>>> > Thanks in advance !
>>>
>>> 1. learn to cross-post.
>>>
>>> 2. check for evidence of leakage in the usual places, hoses,
>>> radiator, coolant pump, etc.
>>>
>>> 3. check for bubbles in the expansion bottle. *if yes, it's head
>>> gasket.
>>
>>
>> Are your suggestions 'generic?' If so, I already know how to
>> diagnose coolant loss and head gasket leaks. Did you read my post?
>> I am not looking for generic advice, I am seeking posts from those
>> particularly experienced with 1995 era Civics with the 1.5 who can
>> cite the exact locations of coolant leaks observed and discovered.
>> This is the purpose of a Honda group, i.e. for those directly
>> involved with Hondas to share their experiences with other Honda
>> owners, etc.
>
>
>
>
> If you're looking for a "magic bullet" suggestion, there isn't one.
> The '92-'95 Civic and any D-series engine have no special leak
> locations than any other Honda model or engine.
>
> The usual suspects are
> 1) corroded/fractured rad
> 2) overtightened hose ends (don't forget the little ones!)
> 3) water pump seal (most common with the use of aftermarket coolant)
> 4) hose running from rad filler neck to expansion reservoir
> 5) leaking head gasket
>
> If no drips are apparent on the ground, then you look for deposits on
> the block and rad. If none of those are present, then you do a cooling
> system UV dye test. If that comes up blank, then you do a combustion
> chamber pressure test for bubbles in the rad filler neck.
>

anybody find 45 MPG city and 54 Hwy a bit of a stretch? I do.

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