maz89 0 Posted October 5, 2008 my mates 1.9 overheated last night.The stop light came on and showed temp gauge skyrockting. We went to put water in today and it just came out the bottem. What could be wroung? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexhamstu 9 Posted October 5, 2008 the hose that goes from the block to heater matrix is the lowest hose and is probably split? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audiobull 6 Posted October 5, 2008 trip to the tip me thinks.(i mean for a new hose) only way to tell is to get on your hands and knees and have a look. if its not the hose you maybe looking at a new rad. best thing is to have a look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maz89 0 Posted October 5, 2008 the car is to low to see. Is it possible to fix quick? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTI6BOY 29 Posted October 5, 2008 You need to have a look. If its a rad then its about £50 and 1 hrs work, if its a hose then 30 mins? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
platty 1 Posted October 5, 2008 Metal pipe has corroded through? Take off the drivers side wheel and have a peek. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve@cornwall 100 Posted October 5, 2008 Metal pipe has corroded through? Take off the drivers side wheel and have a peek. Metal pipe would be my guess! If it is and you need one today - PM me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mickie 3 Posted October 5, 2008 have you had a look ? haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
