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97 A4 Quattro 2.8L Auto - major coolant leak

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Old 06-11-2012, 09:36 AM
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Default 97 A4 Quattro 2.8L Auto - major coolant leak

Hello, son's car has a major coolant leak somewhere at the back of the motor, I can't really spot where (car is not at home unfortunately, but the thing is leaking so badly it will need a tow).. seems to be more toward the passenger side.. Is there anything to suspect first? I think there is a crossover line back there, and the coolant sensor is in it.. Not sure where the heater hoses enter/exit the firewall, maybe they are back there also? I am trying to decide if I can tackle this myself, but access to that part of the engine seems very limited.. any insights are appreciated..
 
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Old 06-11-2012, 09:40 AM
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Yes the crossover pipe is one good source. The heater hides come out of the firewall in the center of the car, inboard of the battery. They may have a rectangular loom covering them. I think you're probably on the right track with one or the other of those.
 
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Old 06-11-2012, 10:01 AM
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thanks.. is crossover pipe plastic? dealer item?
 
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