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2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Base 2dr Reg Cab 135 WB HD

2001 Dodge Ram 2500
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September 29, 2012, 10:28 pm

Jim S
 

Question: coolent leak

02 dodge 2500 p/u 5.9 cumm. puddle under firewall /cab ,buy in a foot from ft of driver door .3radiator about gallen low blower fan sqeels air only out at defoster vents??? 4 had over heat problem ,r&r thermastat, r&r radiator fins plug, R&R puke catch broken bottle, made that vent to dump out by bell housing no more over heat . 5 temp stays at 196- 200 temp


October 3, 2012, 8:46 pm

Richard W
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You are need to prssure test the system. That will be the only way to find your leak. Most auto parts stores will let you rent one.


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