COOLENT HOSES

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BUSDRIVER5290
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COOLENT HOSES

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Hi i have a peugeot 406 2ltr i . I have a water leak it is in the metal part where three hoses go into . what the best way of diconnecting the hose connectors . the metal part is in the engine bay near the drivers side wheel arch . the hose connectors are plastic rings surronding the hose .Thanks . the car is r reg
teamster1975
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Re: COOLENT HOSES

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Can you post a photo of it? Sounds like the thermostat housing to me but that's on the near side on my car!
Usually caused by a persihed 'stat o-ring, easy job if the bolts aren't seized!
1996 406 1.8LX Got a bad case of hydro lock!
1996 406 Executive 2.0 Turbo XU10J2TE No longer hangin' on in there :(
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