The coolant level sensor screws in and uses an O-ring for sealing. I always use Vaseline on the O-ring and the plastic threads when installing them. That way, they screw in easily and the seal is positive. Mike '84 GL 7 pass '85 GL Westy
David Bohannan wrote: > Volks, > > So whilst looking for other things to replace on my 85 (since I am already > ordering the new rubber grommets from BD) I popped open the hatch to find a > bit of coolant pooled in the top of the coolant bottle (under hatch, not > behind license plate). The coolant had the sensor wet and I am wondering if > there is a seal there I need to replace or what... > > I wasn't sure how to remove that sensor and didn't want to break anything > (BTDT) so I figured I would shoot a note out to see if anyone was awake > yet? > Its Fryedaye.... > > TIA!!! > > Dave > 85 GL "Baby Bus" > 85 "Goldy" > > -- > Dave - KC9FYM > http://fjazzbass.blogspot.com > |
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