Today after a short motorway trip (bit of hard acceleration but nothing major) I noticed when sitting at some traffic lights,steam coming from under the bonnet and a smell of coolant. I lifted the bonnet and could see a small drip dropping down onto a hot part of the engine from the point (highlighted). Engine was too hot to investigate,but anyone advise what I can do. I haven't checked to see if anything can be nipped up yet
It has either come loose or the metal washer needs to be replaced on it ( part number for washer: WHT003366, buy 2 if replacing as you will also need to replace the washer on the pipe below it, the return coolant line )
There's a T30 bolt just underneath where that pipe, and another meet the turbocharger. Ensure its tight - it should be tightened to 8 nm
Also check for any cracks in the coolant line or where it meets the turbocharger.
Thanks. I have just nipped up the bolt and got a bit 9f a turn on it. Took it for a spin and no leaks for now but I'll order the washers and keep an eye on it
and a smell of coolant. I lifted the bonnet and could see a small drip dropping down onto a hot part of the engine from the point (highlighted). Engine was too hot to investigate,but anyone advise what I can do. I haven't checked to see if anything can be nipped up yet